<br><div> <p data-end="651" data-start="316">France, the current European champion, defeated Ukraine by an impressive 46-26, in a game in which Gallic superiority was evident from the start. With this victory, the French assured their presence in the Main Round, keeping alive their ambitions of renewing the title won two years ago in Germany.</p> <p data-end="949" data-start="653">At the same time, Norway also stamped its ticket to the next stage, defeating Czechia 29-25, in a balanced duel, but controlled by the host team. With this triumph, Norway followed France's example and also advanced, remaining firm in the fight for qualification.</p> <p data-end="1302" data-start="951">The big surprise of the day took place in Herning, Denmark, where Germany, European champions in 2004, were defeated by Serbia 30-27, in a match in which the Germans were unrecognizable, especially in the second half.</p> <p data-end="1302" data-start="951">With this defeat, the German team found itself in difficulties and now needs a miracle to advance to the Main Round.</p> <p data-end="1696" data-start="1304">On the other hand, Spain, two-time European champions in 2018 and 2020, maintained their winning streak by beating Austria 30-25, demonstrating great control in the game and securing their second victory in Group A.</p> <p data-end="1696" data-start="1304">The Spanish team, which included the presence of players Javier Rodríguez (Benfica) and Jan Gurri (Sporting), now needs another victory to guarantee its place in the Main Round.</p> <p data-end="2073" data-start="1698">In Group E, Sweden started their journey with a solid victory over the Netherlands, 36-31. The Swedes, European champions in several editions, including 2022, dominated the game, with the expulsion of Dutch defender Luc Steins further favoring the home team.</p> <p data-end="2073" data-start="1698">Croatia also fulfilled its mission, beating Georgia 32-29 in a game marked by balance.</p> <p data-end="2286" data-start="2075">Finally, this Sunday and Friday, it will be Portugal's turn to try to confirm their presence in the Main Round. The quinas team will face North Macedonia, with up-to-the-minute monitoring in the <strong>More football</strong>.</p> </div>