Finalists Set for Women’s Softball European Premier Cup 2024: A 2022 Rematch
22/08/2024 1 Minute Read

Finalists Set for Women’s Softball European Premier Cup 2024: A 2022 Rematch

Day 4 of the Women’s Softball European Premier Cup 2024 saw another round of seven games in Buttrio and Castions di Strada, Italy. The finalists for the competition are confirmed, with Olympia Haarlem (NED) and Softball Forlì (ITA) set to face off in a replay of the 2022 showdown.

The day began with Softball Forlì (ITA) maintaining their streak, securing a 3-0 victory over Rivas Madrid (ESP). Meanwhile, Olympia Haarlem (NED) delivered another dominant performance, shutting out Joudrs Praha (CZE) with an 8-0 win.

In one of the day’s closer contests, Wittenbach Panthers (SUI) managed to edge out The Mix (GBR) with a narrow 1-0 victory. Vienna Metrostars (AUT) found their rhythm in the afternoon, overpowering Beveren Lions (BEL) with a 14-5 win.

Rivas Madrid (ESP) bounced back in their second game of the day, defeating Neptunus (NED) 7-3. Joudrs Praha (CZE) also recovered from their morning defeat, overcoming Wesseling Vermins (GER) with a 3-1 victory.

The final game of the day saw Olympia Haarlem (NED) continue their unstoppable form, handing Softball Forlì (ITA) their first loss of the tournament with a commanding 8-0 victory. Both teams are mathematically guaranteed to meet again in the gold medal game.

As Day 4 concludes, the standings have begun to take shape, with Olympia Haarlem (NED) and Softball Forlì (ITA) leading the charge.

Games of the Women’s Softball European Premier Cup can be watched live on softballeurope.tv. The tournament pass is available at €24.99, while a single game is €6.99. Live play-by-play is available through the WBSC Europe website.

Cover photo by Eloi Puigferrer