Russia, France To Compete For Gold In Olympic Women's Handball
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) -- Russia will play France for the gold medal in women's handball after beating reigning Olympic champion Norway 38-37 in extra time.
Russia led for most of a thrilling game against Norway on Friday, which was aiming to win a third consecutive gold medal, but the Norwegians tied up the game with four seconds on the clock to take it to extra time.
The Russians took the win when Norway's Camilla Herrem missed on a shot that would have tied the score late in extra time.
Vladlena Bobrovnikova scored eight goals in a strong team performance by Russia, with 11 different players scoring, while Nora Mork led Norway with 14 goals.
In Saturday's final, Russia will face France, which beat the Netherlands 24-23 in the first semifinal earlier Thursday.
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