Olympic champions against the wall. Will Denmark choose a rival at the European Championship?

Before the beginning of the last round of the main phase of the European Championship, it was known in the first group that the Danes were certain of advancement to the medal zone. There is one more place to be filled, as well as a third place, which only guarantees the possibility of playing for places 5-6.

Olympic champions against the wall

Wednesday’s first match ended as expected. The Icelanders took the lead of several goals very quickly, giving their rivals virtually no chance to make up for the losses. The first half of the game played in the MVM Dome in Budapest ended with Iceland’s victory as much as 17: 8.

In the second part, the situation did not change much, although the representatives at some point managed to make up for the losses up to a difference of five hits. However, they did not intend to let go and in the final minutes they showed their power again, outclassing their rival until 34:24.

The French must fight for their lives

Iceland’s confident victory means that it is currently in second place, pushing the French Olympic champions to third place. Both teams have the same point balance, but in the direct match the Icelanders were much better, winning 29:21.

However, last year’s Olympic champions will have a chance to advance to the knockout stages. However, the task will not be easy, because on Wednesday evening they will play with some promotion Danes, world champions from 2021. If he loses, he will be eliminated from the fight for the top spots.

Denmark is in a comfortable position. In addition to some promotion, he can choose a rival in the semi-finals. If she wants to play against Sweden, then she cannot lose to the French. However, if the Danes prefer to face Spain for the final, then they would have to lose to the Olympic champions.

The match between France and Denmark will start on Wednesday, January 26 at 20.30. Broadcast on Eurosport.