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Sola Forces Decider Against Storhamar

Sola defeated Storhamar 29-26 in the second playoff match, forcing a third and decisive game in the Norwegian handball finals on Sunday.

Sola led 16-11 at halftime and extended their lead to 23-13 early in the second half, thanks to strong performances from goalkeeper Rikke Marie Granlund and scorer Ine Erlandsen Grimsrud with seven goals. Camilla Herrem scored five goals for Storhamar, but their comeback started too late. solvita.blog

The best-of-three series will be decided in Rogaland on Sunday, with the winner earning the right to play Champions League handball next season. Storhamar won the first match 31-29 and was both league and playoff champion last year.