France could have taken a big step towards qualification by beating an already eliminated Spain. However, La Roja were playing for pride and handed Guillaume Gille's men a 36-32 defeat. Elohim Prandi (two goals), Karl Konan, Wallem Peleka' and co. now have a decisive match to play against Germany on Wednesday (18:00). A victory would secure them a place in the Euro semi-finals.
To keep their qualification hopes alive, Norway had to beat Portugal, but in the end, the Scandinavians had to settle for a high-scoring draw (35-35). Future Parisian Simen Lyse (three goals) equalised in the final minutes of the game to save his team from defeat. Both teams are out of the tournament, but Norway will still have a chance to clinch fifth place on the final day against Denmark.
