Olympiacos beats Panathinaikos 15-12 in water polo finals opener

Olympiacos claimed a hard-fought victory over Panathinaikos, winning the first game of the Water Polo League finals with a score of 15-12 at the Papastrateio venue. The win gives Olympiacos an early advantage in the championship series.

The game started with Panathinaikos taking an initial 0-2 lead, but Olympiacos quickly responded, turning the score around to finish the first period ahead 3-2. The second period saw a balanced contest, with both teams exchanging points, leading to a narrow 6-5 lead for Olympiacos at halftime.

In the second half, Olympiacos maintained its control over the match, despite persistent pressure from Panathinaikos, who managed to narrow the gap to 12-11 at one point. However, Olympiacos found the crucial goals in the final moments to secure the 15-12 victory.

The victory marks a strong start for Olympiacos in the finals, setting an intense tone for the remainder of the series against their rivals.