Not since 2014 had a team scored 26 goals or more in one round in the men’s handball EC. That’s when Poland got that tally against Belarus.
On Saturday, France opened hard and had put 28 balls in the goal behind Portugal’s defense in the 1st half.
At the same time, the Portuguese had conceded only 15 goals.
– It is unheard of how effective France has been in the first half. It is clear that Dika Mem and co. would really avenge the defeat for Denmark, said Danish TV 2’s expert Rasmus Boysen.
And France did not give up there. With 46 goals in the victory, the team equaled their own EC record from the group stage in Norway, when they beat Ukraine 46-26.
After the break, Portugal’s big stars rested in view of Monday’s match against Norway. France also received criticism from the commentators’ place.
– The intensity is deplorable, said Viaplay expert Kristian Kjelling during the second half.
Not happened on 27 years
All France players registered a goal in the match.
France opened the main round with a loss to Denmark. With four points and two games left, the team has a good chance of reaching the semi-finals.
The group is very strong and also includes home hope Denmark.
As mentioned, Portugal’s next opponent is Norway on Monday. The Norwegians will first face Germany later on Saturday.
