Challenger Cup Women: Goztepe crowned champions after outclassing Jadran Split in final

Goztepe’s players and coaches celebrate with the trophy. Photo: European Aquatics/Aniko Kovacs

There were jubilant scenes in Malta as Goztepe Sport Klub won the Challenger Cup after totally overpowering VK Jadran Split in Sunday’s final. Goztepe’s victory ensures the trophy is heading back to Türkiye after Izmir’s wins in 2024 and 2025. Earlier, SSV Esslingen got over the heartbreak of their semifinal loss to Jadran by edging past Clube Fluvial Portuense to secure the last spot on the podium.