If Germany and Norway seal their fifth victory at the 28th IHF Men's World Championship, it is all over for the Main Round Group III. The group's leading duo must remain on the course for two new points and confirm their quarter-final spot. However, neither team will have an easy task as Qatar and the Netherlands proved to be fighting teams. Serbia will open the day against Argentina, hoping the other results of the group will keep their dream alive.
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The Netherlands secured their third win in four matches at Poland/Sweden 2023, 32:30, after a hard-fought match against Qatar, which saw the Dutch side mount an impressive comeback in the second half, keeping their quarter-finals dream alive. On the other hand, Qatar lost another close match, their third loss in four matches, and are virtually out of contention for the next phase.
Main Round Group III
Qatar vs Netherlands 30:32 (19:15)
It was not the easiest of games, but Qatar secured their fifth main round berth at the IHF Men’s World Championship in a row, thanks to their first win at Poland/Sweden 2023, 29:24 against Algeria, eliminating the African team from contention.
Group E
Qatar vs Algeria 29:24 (12:11)