Spanish handball team advances to the main round of the European Championship
The men's national handball team has already passed the first phase of the European Championship. An external result resolved their qualification, allowing the team to think about the next stage of the tournament 🏆.
Qualification secured by an external result
This Monday, the Austria team defeated Serbia 26-25 in the third matchday of Group B. This victory confirmed that Spain advances to the Main Round without depending on their own match against Germany. Los Hispanos are competing in the European Championship jointly organized by Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
Keys to the advancement:- Austria's victory over Serbia defined the group's qualification.
- Spain faces its last match of this phase against Germany without pressure to qualify.
- The points earned against the qualified rivals from their initial group carry over to the new phase.
Sometimes, the best thing is for others to solve the problem for you. Los Hispanos can thank Austria for sparing them a nerve-wracking end to the phase.
The format and context of the championship
The Main Round decides which teams reach the semifinals. This segment features a renewed format and higher-level opponents. The tournament, one of the most demanding at the global level, is held in three Nordic venues.
Tournament details:- The European Championship is taking place in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
- Spain is the current world champion and seeks a solid performance in this decisive phase.
- The team must maintain focus to face the upcoming challenges with guarantees.
Looking ahead
With the first phase overcome, the Spanish team focuses on the Main Round. Now, the matches will be more complex and there will be no external help. The team's goal is clear: keep advancing in the continental competition 🤾♂️.