Overview
- Germany sit on two points after losing 27:30 to Serbia and now face Spain in Herning at 20:30 CET with advancement on the line.
- Austria vs. Serbia kicks off at 18:00 CET, and that result will shape the permutations, though a three-goal Germany win secures qualification regardless.
- All four teams in Group A can still advance, with complex scenarios in play that prioritize direct comparison among tied teams over overall goal difference.
- Germany’s seven-metre conversion has been poor (around 55%), reviving debate over penalty takers and selection decisions ahead of the decisive game.
- Coach Alfred Gislason is under heavy scrutiny, with some outlets calling this an ‘endgame’ for his tenure, while Spain have started 2–0 under Jordi Ribera and looked composed against Serbia and Austria.