MFBC Leipzig vs MKŠS FBK Kysucké Nové Mesto 🇩🇪 🇸🇰 | Final Score: 2–1
The most balanced match of the tournament so far! Both teams came out firing, each registering a shot on goal within the first minute. Leipzig struck first and held their lead through the opening period, despite chances for both sides.
The second period mirrored the first in intensity and balance. Leipzig doubled their advantage, but the Slovak side answered quickly. Both teams created opportunities and played with competitive spirit, keeping the pace high. The period ended 1–1, with Leipzig still ahead 2–1 on aggregate.
The third period took the excitement to another level. Nové Mesto earned a penalty shot, but the German goalkeeper pulled off a decisive save. After several heart-stopping moments, no further goals were scored — sealing Leipzig’s 2–1 win.
👏 Congratulations to both teams for a thrilling, high-quality battle!
Les Renardes de La Hulpe vs SF Grei 🇧🇪 🇳🇴 | Final Score: 2–17
The second match for the Belgian side and the debut for the Norwegians — making it a real wildcard in terms of expectations.
Grei, in blue, came out strong with high pressing. Les Renardes resisted well with disciplined defending and strong saves but still conceded five goals in the first period, while also surprising Grei with one of their own.
The second period was just as intense — full of blocks, saves, and quick combinations. Both sides had chances, but only Grei managed to convert, adding four more goals.
Les Renardes opened the scoring in the final period, but the Norwegian champions quickly took back control, finishing clinically.
👏 Credit to Les Renardes for their resilience and teamwork, and hats off to Grei for a dominant performance!
CUF Leganés vs Tsunami Záhorská Bystrica🇪🇸🇸🇰 | Final Score: 3–7
Both teams started with high intensity, pressing from the first whistle. The opening period was marked by speed and competitive spirit, with the Slovak side breaking the deadlock. Once they scored, momentum swung their way, and they netted three more before Spain answered in the final minute.
The second period belonged to the defenders and goalkeepers — a showcase of blocks and saves, with neither side managing to score. It felt like one long counterattack, keeping the tension high.
The final period resembled the first, with Tsunami quickly taking the lead. Although Leganés pulled one back, the Slovaks found their rhythm again late on to seal the win.
👏 An exciting match — well played by both sides!
Slevik IBK vs FLC Lemberg 🇳🇴🇺🇦| Final Score: 6–2
The Norwegian side faced the Ukrainian champions in a tense opening period. Lemberg delivered an exceptional defensive performance — full of blocks and saves — but Slevik’s calm, structured play eventually broke through for the first goal. Lemberg tried to counter with long passes, but the period ended 1–0.
Early in the second, Slevik increased the tempo, scoring three quick goals. After a goalkeeper change, Lemberg steadied their defense and pulled one back. The match remained competitive with plenty of duels and defensive heroics. Slevik closed the period with a beautiful free-hit goal.
The final period was intense, with both sides giving everything. Lemberg’s structure and discipline dipped slightly, leading to more fouls, though they did score from a shorthanded situation.
👏 A fierce, high-quality contest from both teams!
UFC Utrecht vs UKS Bankówka Zielonka🇳🇱🇵🇱 | Final Score: 1–3
The first 10 minutes were tightly contested, with both teams defending compactly and probing for weaknesses. Zielonka broke the deadlock and soon after doubled their lead by pressing higher up the court. Utrecht couldn’t find the net before the break.
The second period was a tactical battle with disciplined play from both sides — and the first goalless period of the tournament.
The final period brought more speed and physicality. Both sides created chances, and after an exchange of goals, Zielonka secured the 1–3 win.
👏 Intense, physical, and exciting from start to finish!
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