GROUP 4
Highlight Match: Portugal vs Montenegro 26:34 (13:17)
Top scorers: Carmen Figueiredo 7/15 (Portugal); Matea Pletikosić 7/10, Djurdjina Jaukovic 7/9 (both Montenegro)
Portugal started strongly and stayed close to Montenegro for the opening 20 minutes, with only a narrow gap (11:12) separating the sides.
However, the introduction of Anastasija Babović Vujović proved decisive. The goalkeeper made five quick saves before half-time, helping Montenegro build a four-goal lead (13:17).
After the break, Matea Pletikosić controlled the attack, while Tatjana Brnović caused constant problems with her physical presence. Montenegro’s quality and experience saw them extend their lead to double digits (21:31, 48th minute), ultimately securing a convincing win and another EHF EURO qualification.