In a crucial matchup in the Estonian men's handball championship league, Mistra played against SK Tapa/Team Kaitsevägi, currently in fourth position, with both teams eager to stake their claim for a higher position. Mistra, starting strong thanks to key efforts from players like Rasmus Ots and Alvar Soikka, took an early lead of 5:2. The game saw both teams face technical errors that maintained a narrow margin, leading to a score of 11:8 by the 22nd minute. However, Mistra faced a setback with Rauno Kopli receiving a double penalty and Vahur Oolup getting a two-minute suspension, allowing Tapa to close the gap to 11:13 by halftime.