Handball World Cup: Intoxicating German girls appeal to a document crowd in opposition to Spain | EUROtoday

The German handball gamers stay within the rhythm of success and are getting ready for the quarter-finals with the following assured World Cup victory. National coach Markus Gaugisch’s choice prevailed within the ultimate primary spherical sport in opposition to Spain with 29:25 (13:10) and celebrated their sixth victory within the sixth match sport. Spain would have wanted a win to additionally transfer into the highest eight, however now has to present solution to Montenegro.

In the sold-out Dortmund Westfalenhalle, Emily Vogel was the very best DHB thrower with six objectives. From a sporting perspective, the duel had little significance, at the very least for the German staff, as that they had already certified for the quarter-finals as group winners. There it will likely be on Tuesday (5:15 p.m./ZDF) in opposition to the loser of the sport between Olympic champions Norway and Brazil.

In entrance of 10,522 followers within the area, the German handball gamers additionally celebrated a brand new document: by no means earlier than had they performed a aggressive sport at dwelling in entrance of such a big crowd.

By shifting into the knockout part, the DHB girls have achieved their minimal objective in a formidable method. “But nothing more. So far we have nothing. We don’t have to party,” Gaugisch made it clear earlier than the sport and appealed to his protégés “not to go crazy.” One extra win and his staff is assured of the bronze medal sport.

The German handball gamers have been ready for a medal since third place in 2007. The solely triumph to this point was over 30 years in the past: in 1993, the choice led by Emily Vogel’s mom Andrea gained the gold medal. “There is security in the team, there is self-confidence,” mentioned Vogel, praising the World Cup appearances and talking of a “boost” for the quarter-finals.

Fans have fun with La-Ola

The begin in opposition to Spain was characterised by ball losses and strong duels. Both groups defended passionately and after eight minutes solely three objectives had been scored. Experienced Döll and DHB younger star Nieke Kühne introduced the hosts again into the World Cup movement. And as a result of the German protection and goalkeeper Filter excelled once more, Germany pulled away to 12:6. The followers celebrated with a La-Ola.

After the Spaniards had gotten inside three objectives earlier than the break, Germany restored their six-goal lead after the restart. The proven fact that the attacking sport was flawed at instances was not significantly vital because of the good defensive efficiency. The breadth of the German squad grew to become clear once more. Almost each subject participant was on the scorers listing. In the ultimate minutes, nonetheless, the lead dwindled due to some missed throws.