The French could breathe a sigh of relief even before the first whistle of the judge. As a result, the team led by coach Gudmundur Gudmundsson did not overtake the Olympic champions in the table. Let us remind you that the French might have been afraid that there would be a scenario in which to advance to the semi-finals, they would have to win by at least seven goals in the last match of the group stage with Denmark.
The red card for Gerard did not stop the French
After Iceland’s defeat, the situation was clearer and more real. It was enough for them to win with Montenegro and at least draw with Denmark. In the first half of the match against Montenegro, the situation of the favorites became complicated in the 18th minute. It was then that the red card was given to the primary goalkeeper, Vincent Gerard. He was penalized for going out of the goal area in opposition to his opponents and the touch of winger Milos Vujovic.
It was the second red card in this match. Four minutes earlier it was received by Vasko Sevaljevic, who fouled. Even in the 21st minute there was a draw at 11:11. However, the French won the end of this part 5: 1. Wesley Pardin gave a nice change in their goal.
After switching sides, the French rapidly increased their advantage. The event of this part was goal number 1250 in their team Nikola Karabaticia. He played 330 matches in the national team and was chosen the best player in the duel
The last matches of this group will be played on Wednesday. Then Montenegro will play against Iceland (15.30), the Netherlands against Croatia (18.00) and Denmark against France (20.30).
France – Montenegro 36:27 (16:12)
France: Gerard, Pardin – Mem 7, Lenne 4, Minne 4, N. Karabatic 4, Tournat 4, Kounkoud 4, Richardson 3, Grebille 2, Porte 2, Monar 1, Fabregas 1, Lagarde, Descat, Konan.
Montenegro: Simic, Matovic – M. Vujovic 7, B. Vujovic 5, Lasica 5, Cepic 3, Simovic 2, F. Vujovic 1, Cavor 1, Lazovic 1, Bozovic 1, Kaludjerovic 1.
Group 1 table:
- Denmark 4 8 120: 93
- France 4 6 118: 102
- Iceland 4 4 104: 100
- Croatia 4 2 96: 108
- Montenegro 4 2 110: 126
- The Netherlands 4 2 109: 128
Source: Sport
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