In the first of two planned friendly match in preparation for the Olympic Games, the national team of Slovenia in Koper defeated Croatia 27:25 (13: 9).
His impressions after the match made the selectors Veselin Vujovic and Zeljko Babic.
Veselin Vujovic, the selector Slovenia
-He Sticks satisfaction with the victory over the Croatian, but also dissatisfaction because we lost the second half, even conceding 16 goals in that period. The same happened to us against Tunisia give us the rhythm of decline due to the high rotation of players. However, everyone must be given the opportunity to select the best of Rio. In critical moments we played calmly and tactically well. I have some objections to the middle part of the defense, but it should be noted that the Croats are individually very powerful.
Zeljko Babic, Croatian selector
No matter the loss, Croatia has played a very good match. We played hard, showed character, constantly returning to the game. In the end we had a chance for a draw but we unfortunately received the last goal. The match was great, and I can only conclude that Croatia is playing better and better.
The second match of these rivals played in Opatija on 26 July.
