19:09
In contrast to the Honamas, France does not have progress in their own hands. There was a fierce 6-0 opener against the Netherlands before the French defeated Wales 2-0 on Monday. With the Welsh side losing to Oranje today, France have a chance of reaching the semi-finals. However: For this, the French have to work on their offensive. With two goals so far they have the second weakest of the tournament – only Austria have scored one less.
18:54
The more surprising the men’s hockey start against Wales and the disappointing draw (3:3) was, the greater the euphoria was after the clear 3:0 win over the defending champions from the Netherlands. The classic against the Dutch showed once again what a pound the German supporters in the hockey park in Mönchengladbach can be – also with regard to the fact that they might want to achieve something bigger at this European Championship. The energy should jump from the grandstand to the artificial turf again today, paving the way to the semi-finals.
18:40
The starting position of the Honamas can be explained simply: A win against the French and the team led by national coach André Henning moves into the next round, i.e. the semi-finals, as group winners. And even in the event of a draw, progression as second in the table is certain. France can only overtake the German men with a win and move into the semi-finals as second.
18:29
Welcome, dear field hockey friends, to the final day of the group phase at the European Men’s Championship in Mönchengladbach! From 7:30 p.m. Germany will be fighting for a place in the semifinals against France in front of their home crowd.