Asian Games 2026 Water Polo event – 30 Sep
September 30 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Asian Games 2026 Water Polo tournament on 30th September 2026 promises an exciting day as Asia’s top men’s and women’s teams contest for gold. The competition day will be held at the Nippon Gaishi Hall – Rainbow Pool in Nagoya, Japan and will consist of the important preliminary group stage and round-robin games that will determine elimination in the knockout stage.
Water Polo event – 30 Sep
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Sport | Water Polo |
| Competition Date | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
| Competition Phase | Preliminary Group Stage & Round-Robin Matches |
| Venue | Nippon Gaishi Hall Rainbow Pool |
| Host City | Nagoya |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Tournament | 20th Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026 |
| Competition Format | Men’s and Women’s Preliminary Group Stage & Round-Robin Matches |
Match Schedule – 30 Sep
On September 30 there are several interesting group stage and round-robin fixtures for both the men’s and women’s events. Throughout the day, teams will battle one another with matches being crucial to their standings and keeping them moving forward into the knockout stage of the competition.
Competition Format
The Water Polo tournament is designed based on the group stage – round robin, and points on the victory obtained in each game.
- Victory picks up points in the standings.
- Groups are competitive within the group.
- The top teams lift off to the knockout phase.
- Every goal and every point can influence qualification.
- Strong performances during the preliminary stage are essential for reaching the medal matches.
Host Country
The 2026 Asian Games are held in Japan with great pride as the host of thousands of athletes from all parts of Asia.
Venue Information
The competition is held in Nippon Gaishi Hall’s Rainbow Pool in Nagoya, Japan.
Medal Status
On 30th September 2026, the Water Polo match will not award medals.
How to Watch
The entire competition in Water Polo will be broadcast to the visitors for viewing through the official Asian Games broadcaster and digital platforms from anywhere in the world. Live coverage of all games, results, match highlights, schedules, standings and match will be made available at Asian Games official media channels and licensed Television channels near the games.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which Water Polo games will be scheduled for 30th Sept 2026?
The competition is a group stage and a round robin in each of the men and women’s events.
In which city is the Water Polo game being played?
The rest of the games on Sept. 30 will be played at the Wedding Hall Nippon Gaishi Hall’s Rainbow Pool in Nagoya, Japan.
Are they awarded medals on September 30?
No. September 30 is a preliminary competition day, and no medals will be awarded.
Confirmed Draw & Schedule Update
Following the official team draw held on 23 July 2026 (AINAGOC), this date falls under: Men’s Classification / Placement Matches, held at Nippon Gaishi Hall Rainbow Pool, Nagoya.
Men’s Group A: Thailand, Kazakhstan, Japan (hosts), Hong Kong
Men’s Group B: South Korea, Iran, Singapore, China
Women’s Round-robin Pool: China, Japan (hosts), Kazakhstan, Singapore, Thailand, Uzbekistan
Note: AINAGOC has confirmed the groups and overall competition phase for this date, but has not published the exact match-by-match pairings and times for water polo. This section will be updated once the official fixture list is released. Source: Wikipedia / AINAGOC.