Best Water Polo Nations of All Time
Who are the greatest water polo nations of all time? Explore the leading countries in Sport Ranking’s historical Water Polo ranking, based on results from major international competitions across different eras.
Greatest Men’s Water Polo Nations
Water Polo Men
| # | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hungary | 566 |
| 2 | Italy | 321 |
| 3 | Serbia | 256 |
| 4 | Russia | 245 |
| 5 | Yugoslavia | 241 |
| 6 | Spain | 215 |
| 7 | Croatia | 174 |
| 8 | United States | 155 |
| 9 | Germany | 150 |
| 10 | Greece | 87 |
Greatest Women’s Water Polo Nations
Water Polo Women
| # | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 285 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 235 |
| 3 | Hungary | 191 |
| 4 | Italy | 168 |
| 5 | Australia | 137 |
| 6 | Spain | 135 |
| 7 | Russia | 131 |
| 8 | Greece | 88 |
| 9 | Canada | 58 |
| 10 | China | 37 |
How the All-Time Ranking Works
The ranking is based on all major global competitions, with the Olympic Games and the World Championships holding the dominant position within the system. The ranking also includes continental championships, which are weighted according to their importance and success on the international stage.
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