Despite a defeat in Düsseldorf against HC Motor, Bidasoa Irun could celebrate an EHF European League Men Last 16 place on Tuesday night, thanks to round 9 losses for both Aguas Santas Milaneza and HC Eurofarm Pelister.

HC Motor and Eurofarm Pelister are both still in the running for the Last 16 and face a crucial clash against each other in Bitola next week to decide the last spot from the group, with a draw enough for the hosts to proceed. However, Aguas Santas are now eliminated.