Germany stunned host Italy on Wednesday winning 6-5 in extra innings for their second victory at the European Championships Cadets in Rome. The Netherlands also needed an extra frame to beat Russia 8-7. Both, the Germans and the Dutch are now at the top of the two pools with 2-0 records. Today is the last day of the first round. The semi-finals are scheduled for tomorrow.
Results:
Czech Republic – Austria 9-6 Box score
Slovakia – Lithuania 4-3 Box score
Russia – Netherlands 7-8 (8) Box score
Germany – Italy 6-5 (8) Box score
Standings:
Pool A:
- Germany 2-0
- Czech Republic 1-1
- Italy 1-1
- Austria 0-2
Pool B:
- Netherlands 2-0
- Lithuania 1-1
- Slovakia 1-1
- Russia 0-2