Germany and Austria played to a 22-22 draw in the final match of the day at the European Men’s Handball Championship. The host of the tournament is still fighting for a direct place in the semi-finals.

Handball ballPhoto: Antoine Massinon / AFP / Profimedia

France and Hungary won their matches on Saturday at the European Men’s Handball Championship

The match between Germany and Austria was very tense, the hosts of the tournament led at halftime with a difference of one goal.

In the second half, Austria broke away, scoring 5 goals, but in the end the Germans fought back and drew.

European Men’s Handball Championship, Saturday’s results

France – Iceland 39-32

Hungary – Croatia 29-26

Germany – Austria 22-22

European Men’s Handball Championship, rating group 1

1. France 6p / 3MJ / 106:94

2. Hungary 4p / 3MJ / 91:81

3. Austria 4p / 3MJ / 80:79

4. Germany 3p / 3MJ / 78:79

5. Croatia 1p / 3MJ / 86:91

6. Iceland 0p / 3MJ / 81:98.

Know:

  • The first two places will play in a play-off for a place in the semi-finals
  • The team that takes 3rd place will play for 5-6 places