Women’s EHF EURO 2020: Strong start for Norway and Russia

Germany, Russia, Norway, and Sweden all started the EHF EURO 2020 with victories. After a disappointing tournament two years ago, Norway looks to be back on track, securing a compelling 35:22 win against Poland. Sweden fought off a strong challenge from the Czech Republic – 27:23, while Russia had the start they hoped for on Thursday night, as they defeated world silver medallists Spain, 31:22. Germany defeated Romania 22:19 despite a 43 percent saving efficiency from goalkeeper Yuliya Dumanska.

GROUP A

Round I (December 4):
18.15 France – Montenegro
20.30 Denmark – Slovenia

Round II (December 6):
18.15 Slovenia – France
20.30 Montenegro – Denmark

Round III (December 8):
18.15 Montenegro – Slovenia
20.30 France – Denmark

GROUP B

Round I (December 3):
18.15 Russia – Spain 31:22 (13:11)
20.30 Sweden – Czech Republic 27:23 (13:13)

Round II (December 5):
18.15 Czech Republic – Russia
20.30 Spain – Sweden

Round III (December 7):
18.15 Spain – Czech Republic
20.30 Russia – Sweden

GROUP C

Round I (December 4):
18.15 Hungary – Croatia
20.30 Netherlands – Serbia

Round II (December 6):
16.00 Serbia – Hungary
20.30 Croatia – Netherlands

Round III (December 8):
18.15 Serbia – Croatia
20.30 Netherlands – Hungary

GROUP D

Round I (December 3):
18.15 Romania – Germany 19:22 (10:13)
20.30 Norway – Poland 35:22 (17:13)

Round II (December 5):
16.00 Poland – Romania
20.30 Germany – Norway

Round III (December 7):
18.15 Germany – Poland
20.30 Romania – Norway