Slovenia stuns Denmark in epic upset at European Handball Championship

Slovenia Shocks Denmark in European Handball Championship

The handball world was left in awe as the Slovenian national team pulled off a stunning upset, defeating Denmark 28-25 in the European Handball Championship. This victory marks the first time in 24 years that Slovenia has emerged victorious over Denmark, a team that was already qualified for the semi-finals of the tournament. Slovenia’s triumph has shattered expectations and has solidified their place as a force to be reckoned with in the world of handball.

Slovenia Makes History

Slovenia’s win over Denmark has made history, as they become the first team to defeat the powerful Danish squad in the European Championship in Germany. Despite Denmark’s undefeated record leading up to this match, Slovenia managed to secure their third victory over the Danes in nine matches, showcasing their resilience and skill on the handball court.

Portugal’s Disappointment

Following a 33-33 draw against the Netherlands, Portugal had hoped for a draw or a defeat for Slovenia against Denmark, which would have allowed them to advance in the tournament. However, Slovenia’s victory dashed Portugal’s hopes of progressing further in the competition, leaving them to rue what could have been.

Slovenian Goalkeepers Shine

The success of Slovenia’s victory can be attributed in part to the outstanding performance of their goalkeepers, Klemen Ferlin and Urban Lesjak, who made a combined 14 saves during the match. Their exceptional skill and composure under pressure played a crucial role in securing Slovenia’s historic win over Denmark.

Norway’s Dominance Over Sweden

As the European Handball Championship unfolds, Norway bid farewell to the tournament with a resounding 33-23 victory over Sweden. This victory not only secured Norway’s dominance over Sweden, marking their seventh win in 14 official matches, but also set a new record for the largest margin of victory between the two teams in their history of confrontations.

As the championship continues to unfold, the world eagerly anticipates the remaining matches and the crowning of a new European handball champion.