The 2026 U20 European Championship is showcasing the Fordham Water Polo program, with six athletes representing four countries in the Men's Division Elite. This is the largest representation from a collegiate team at the championship. Junior Andras Toth leads Hungary, while sophomores Diego Tresa and Alessandro Salipante compete for Italy, and freshmen Vuk Kojic, Viktor Savic, and Karlo Dragosevic play for Serbia and Croatia. As the tournament progresses, Hungary, Italy, and Serbia are advancing to the quarterfinals, reflecting the strong performances of the Fordham athletes.

By the Numbers
  • Six Fordham athletes participating, the most for any collegiate team.
  • Andras Toth has scored eight goals, including a four-goal match against Croatia.
  • Italy has a perfect 3-0 record in group play.
  • Serbia's goalkeeper Viktor Savic has made 23 saves in two matches.
State of Play
  • Hungary has a 2-2 record, advancing to the quarterfinals against Spain.
  • Italy faces Germany after a dominant group stage performance.
  • Serbia enters the quarterfinals facing Croatia, bolstered by Kojic's 8 goals.
What's Next

The quarterfinal matches will take place on Friday, with key matchups highlighting the strength of the Fordham athletes. Successful outcomes could lead to semifinals for Hungary, Italy, and Serbia, further elevating the program's profile.

Bottom Line

Fordham Water Polo's strong showing at the U20 European Championship underscores the talent within their program, highlighting potential for future success on both national and international stages.