The Polish women’s handball team faces Portugal in a pivotal second group-stage match at the EHF EURO 2024. Scheduled for today at 3:30 PM, this game could define both teams’ chances of progressing to the next stage. Both suffered opening defeats, with Poland losing 22:35 to France and Portugal falling 24:30 to Spain, leaving them in a must-win situation.
Portugal’s Rising Ambitions
This is only Portugal’s second appearance at the European Championships, marking their return after 16 years. Inspired by the recent success of their men’s team and promising youth squads, Portugal is aiming to make their mark. Their campaign so far has highlighted talents like Joana Dos Santos, who scored eight goals against Spain, and goalkeeper Isabel Figueira, who made 11 key saves.
Poland’s Advantage in History
Historically, Poland holds a strong 5-1 record against Portugal, though the teams haven’t met since 2014. Poland’s experienced squad, led by Sylwia Matuszczyk, is determined to neutralize Portugal’s threats and secure a vital victory.
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