SC Magdeburg confirmed their status as the dominating force in group C of the EHF European League Men 2021/22, beating runners-up IK Sävehof 31:25 in round 9 on Tuesday.
The win secures Magdeburg the top spot in the group, with one match remaining.
SC Magdeburg (GER) vs IK Sävehof (SWE) 31:25 (17:13)
- Sävehof had an early 6:4 lead but Magdeburg had caught up midway through the first half, mainly thanks to left back Michael Damgaard and saves from goalkeeper Mike Jensen
- Magdeburg were slightly more effective in attack (55% vs 50%) as they built a four-goal lead before the break
- Magdeburg’s lead was never in danger in the second half and the German side extended their advantage to six goals at the final buzzer
- Michael Damgaard led with seven goals for Magdeburg, Felix Möller netted six times for Sävehof
Magdeburg’s triangle
Magdeburg left not much to discuss after their next victory, which underlined their dominance in group C. While the titleholders showed nice actions and good saves, their success came down to a specific trio leading the team: the triangle of left back, line player and right back Michael Damgaard, Magnus Saugstrup and Kay Smits. They combined for 18 of their team’s 31 goals.
It was a tough game against a young and talented team and we are happy to save the first place and make the next important step.
