Metz Handball won over Lokomotiva for the second time this season to secure first place in the group ahead of the winter break, leaving Esbjerg, Győr and Rapid Bucuresti one point behind. There was no doubt of the winner in this match, but Lokomotiva Zagreb had a better performance than their first meeting, especially in the second half. Metz played consistently throughout the match and despite not being quite as strong and efficient as usual, they played with ease.