Greece vs Italy Prediction 19 January 2026

    Greece
    Greece
    Italy
    Italy
    15
    13
    2
    4
    4
    5
    1
    3
    3
    6

    When Greece and Italy clash in water polo, it's a true battle of wills. Italy are one of the most consistent and experienced teams in Europe, while Greece are a resilient side that never gives up and can force a strong opponent to play cautiously. This matchup promises to be tight, uncompromising, and likely intense during the crucial moments.

    Head-to-Head

    Recent head-to-head clashes between these national teams have been noteworthy. In the last five matches, Italy have claimed victory three times, while Greece have won twice, with no easy games in sight.

    Head-to-head statistics Greece - Italy

    43%
    9 Wins
    10%
    2 Draws
    48%
    10 Wins
    25.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    9
    10
    2
    1
    2
    4
    2
    2
    3
    3
    09.04.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    16
    14
    6
    4
    3
    6
    2
    2
    5
    2
    25.01.26
    European Championship
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    5
    12
    1
    4
    1
    3
    2
    3
    1
    2
    19.01.26
    European Championship
    Greece
    Greece
    Italy
    Italy
    15
    13
    2
    1
    4
    3
    4
    3
    5
    6
    20.07.25
    World Championship
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    11
    17
    1
    6
    1
    3
    4
    4
    5
    4
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    Greece Team Overview

    Greece are showing resilience in this tournament. The team knows how to fight for every ball, play tight defense, and patiently wait for their attacking opportunities. It's not the most beautiful style of play and doesn't necessarily result in high-scoring games, but it's tough. In such matches, the Greeks usually maintain the pace until the final minutes.

    Match Results: Greece

    26.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Hungary
    Hungary
    Greece
    Greece
    14
    15
    3
    5
    3
    2
    4
    4
    4
    4
    W
    25.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    9
    10
    2
    1
    2
    4
    2
    2
    3
    3
    W
    23.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Greece
    Greece
    Montenegro
    Montenegro
    14
    13
    7
    3
    2
    3
    3
    4
    2
    3
    W
    12.04.26
    FINA World Cup
    Spain
    Spain
    Greece
    Greece
    13
    15
    3
    1
    2
    4
    2
    3
    4
    3
    2
    4
    W
    11.04.26
    FINA World Cup
    Hungary
    Hungary
    Greece
    Greece
    10
    16
    0
    4
    3
    5
    4
    2
    3
    5
    W
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    Italy Team Overview

    Italy have a great sense of timing. When they need to pick up the pace, they do just that; when it's time to slow things down, they control the game. Their attack is composed and methodical, knowing how to exploit an advantage, capitalize on opponents' mistakes, and apply pressure in crucial moments.

    Match Results: Italy

    26.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Australia
    Australia
    Italy
    Italy
    10
    16
    1
    2
    3
    6
    4
    3
    2
    5
    W
    25.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Greece
    Greece
    9
    10
    2
    1
    2
    4
    2
    2
    3
    3
    L
    23.07.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Georgia
    Georgia
    18
    12
    4
    2
    3
    3
    6
    3
    5
    4
    W
    12.04.26
    FINA World Cup
    Hungary
    Hungary
    Italy
    Italy
    9
    12
    1
    1
    4
    4
    3
    5
    1
    2
    W
    11.04.26
    FINA World Cup
    Italy
    Italy
    Spain
    Spain
    12
    16
    2
    6
    5
    3
    2
    1
    3
    6
    L
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    ⭐ Editorial Prediction

    Looking at the teams today and their performances in this tournament, Italy doesn't appear to be as much of an underdog as the bookmakers suggest. They are stable in crucial moments, confidently managing the score and rarely making unforgivable mistakes. Therefore, we recommend betting on Italy to win with a +2.5 handicap in this matchup.

    Italy Handicap (+2,5)
    Published: 18/01/2026, 14:14

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    Greece - Italy Table position

    European Championship 2026, Group B
    gWLGDPForm
    1.
    Greece
    Greece
    33054-249
    2.
    Croatia
    Croatia
    32148-226
    3.
    Georgia
    Georgia
    31235-493
    4.
    Slovenia
    Slovenia
    30323-650