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The Swiss women's national team left the Czech Republic with a mixed record. After their victory on Thursday (28:26), the Swiss lost 25:26 on Saturday.
The second test in Most was also balanced. The Czech side scored the winning goal with a seven-meter penalty, while Alessia Riner failed to score from an acute angle. Circle player Tabea Schmid put in a strong performance with nine goals.
Switzerland now face an important World Cup play-off against Slovakia. The first leg will take place on April 9 in St. Gallen, the second leg on April 13 in Sala. The winner of the duel will take part in the World Cup in Germany and the Netherlands in November and December.