Innsettingspunkter

Innsettingspunkter, a Norwegian term that translates to "settling points" in English, refers to a system used in certain sports, particularly in handball, to determine the outcome of a match that ends in a draw. This system is primarily used in knockout stages of tournaments where a winner must be decided.

In handball, if a match is tied at the end of regular and extra time, the teams proceed to a shootout to determine the winner. Each team takes turns shooting at the goal from a designated spot, usually with a set number of attempts, often five. The team with the most successful shots wins the match. However, if the shootout also ends in a draw, the innsettingspunkter system comes into play.

Under this system, the teams continue to take shots in a sudden-death format. Each team takes one shot per round, and the first team to score more successful shots than the other in a round wins the match. This process continues until one team gains an advantage. The innsettingspunkter system ensures that a winner is decided fairly and promptly, even if the match remains tied after the initial shootout.

This system is designed to add a layer of excitement and tension to the end of closely contested matches, as each shot can be the decisive factor in determining the winner. It is a testament to the importance of precision and composure under pressure in sports like handball.