Tight victories for Sweden and Ukraine

On Match Day 2 Sweden and Ukraine overcame Slovenia and Switzerland in hot clashes and fierce duels. With their victory Ukraine made a huge step towards EHF EURO qualifications.

Round 5, Day 2: 31 May 2012

Group 5

Slovenia – Sweden 23:26 (10:15)

Despite missing several key players from the Slovenian squad it was an exciting thriller in Velenje with tight victory for the away side.

The first minutes were a head-to-head duel, but then the more determined Swedish players extended their lead to 8:5 and 11:7. 

In the second half the intensity of Slovenia and Ana Gros' super 7 m executions (7/7) were enough to level the match to 22:22, but then Sweden increased the pace and turned Slovenian mistakes into a three-goal victory at the final buzzer. 

Group 7

Switzerland – Ukraine 25:27 (14:15)

An exciting thriller in Kloten, with a happy ending for the visitors, who lead the group with eight points now after five rounds.

The start had been very positive for the hosts, being on eye level throughout the first half with Ukraine. 

Switzerland played with heart for 60 minutes, but the away side, relying on more experience and underlining their better ranking in European handball, imposed their will on the final result and claimed a slim two-goals victory.

Further Information

Find more information on the Women's EHF EURO 2012 Qualification HERE.

View more detailed information on the event on the Official EHF EURO 2012 Website.
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