EHF European League
Nexe too strong for Motor
Nexe and Frisch Auf Göppingen were the victorious sides in the first fixtures of the Last 16, and are on pace now to meet in the quarter-finals. Motor were trailing throughout their match as they struggled to break Nexe's defence. Valur managed to keep up with the Germans for 20 minutes, but the experience of Frisch Auf Göppingen eventually prevailed, especially in the second half as they built up their lead.
We didn‘t expect this tough match today. We analysed the game of Motor and we respect them a lot and they showed character today. We did as well. Nothing is finished. In just seven days' time we will have a rematch.