Spain stays in Championships division, France demoted

Spain stays in Championships division, France demoted

26. August, GANT EHC in Mönchengladbach, Men: Spain – France 2:1 (1:1)

26.08.2011 - There was a lot less difference between the performances of Spain and France in the second duel of the relegation rounds. The Iberians, who before the tournament were still considered to be one of the favourites, had a hard fight against the determined French and at half time had to be satisfied with a 1:1 draw.

The second half, which was delayed by a break for rain, continued to be exciting despite the stronger looking Spaniards, as the French players always looked dangerous with their long balls. Towards the end, the 2008 Olympic silver medallists established themselves 2:1 thanks to a lovely backhand shot from Marc Salles. This result confirms that France and Russia are both relegated.

Goals:

1:0 Xavier Lleonart (19.)

1:1 Edi Tubau (23.)

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2:1 Marc Salles (62.)

Penalty Corners:

ESP 2 (-) / FRA 1 (-)

Umpires:

Conn / Heinz

Original Article: http://www.hockey.de/VVI-web/default.asp?lokal=DHB&innen=/VVI-web/EM/2011/Ergebnisdienst.asp&auswahl=1&spiel=14&version=EN