Füchse Berlin Secure Dramatic Win but Miss Direct Champions League Quarterfinal Spot

Despite a last-second victory over Veszprém, Füchse Berlin must face Industria Kielce in playoffs after Sporting Lisbon's late draw.

Füchse Berlin defeated Hungarian champions Veszprém HC 33-32 with a decisive last-second goal by Tim Freihöfer.
The victory was not enough for a direct quarterfinal berth, as Sporting Lisbon's 29-29 draw with Wisla Plock put the Portuguese team ahead on tiebreaker rules.
Both teams finished the group stage with equal points, but Sporting Lisbon edged Berlin by a single goal in their head-to-head matchups.
Füchse Berlin will now face Polish powerhouse Industria Kielce in a two-legged playoff for a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals.
The match in Veszprém marked a historic moment for Berlin, showcasing their resilience and strong performance in a challenging Champions League season.