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National Teams · 29 Sept 2026
Serbia Women Suffer Three Defeats at Trophy of Macedonia in Ohrid
Serbia's women's national handball team ended the EHF week in Ohrid without a win.
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Leagues · 29 Sept 2026
Roganović Shines in Bundesliga After Turning 20
Young Swedish international Nikola Roganović is already making a strong impression in Germany's top league.
Transfers · 29 Sept 2026
Report: Aalborg Closing In on Faroese Star Ellefsen á Skipagøtu
Aalborg Håndbold is reportedly nearing a deal for Faroe Islands international Elias Ellefsen á Skipagøtu.
Transfers · 29 Sept 2026
PSG Secures Signing of Germany's Juri Knorr for 2027
Paris Saint-Germain Handball has announced the future arrival of German playmaker Juri Knorr, currently at Aalborg Håndbold.
Leagues · 29 Sept 2026
Roganovic Nets 11 as Gummersbach Beat Bergischer HC
Nikola Roganovic continued his scoring streak, netting 11 goals to help Gummersbach defeat Bergischer HC in the Bundesliga.
Leagues · 27 Sept 2026
Barcelona, Veszprem and Fuchse Berlin Impress at Club World Championship
The tournament favourites all opened the 2026 IHF Men's Club World Championship in Egypt with commanding wins.
National Teams · 26 Sept 2026
Serbia Suffer Heavy Defeat to Macedonia at Trophy of Macedonia
Serbia fell 21:29 to hosts Macedonia in the opening round of the Trophy of Macedonia tournament in Ohrid, while Montenegro and Croatia played to a draw.
Transfers · 26 Sept 2026
Montpellier Reportedly Tracking Right Back Guilherme Tavares
Montpellier are said to be closing in on a move for ASOBAL right back Guilherme Tavares, 24.
Leagues · 25 Sept 2026
Dubočica Edges Železničar in South Serbia Derby
Dubočica claimed a narrow win over Železničar in the South Serbia derby, extending their strong start to the season.
Transfers · 25 Sept 2026
Report: Gottfridsson Earned €43,000 Monthly at Pick Szeged
Swedish outlet Sportbladet has disclosed the salary Jim Gottfridsson reportedly earned during his spell at Pick Szeged.
Handball · 24 Sept 2026
Dubočica Makes History, Reaches EHF Cup Second Round
Serbian club Dubočica secured the biggest achievement in its history by advancing to the second round of the EHF Cup.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Melsungen Stuns Magdeburg as Kiel, Flensburg Stay Perfect in Bundesliga
Defending champions Magdeburg suffered their first Bundesliga defeat of the season, while Kiel and Flensburg remain the league's only unbeaten sides.
Transfers · 24 Sept 2026
Barcelona Reportedly Close to Deal for Bryan Monte
Barcelona are said to have agreed personal terms with Montpellier's Bryan Monte for a move in 2027.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Celje PL Edge Rivals in Ljubljana Derby, Trimo and Krka Lead Table
Celje Pivovarna Laško claimed a dramatic derby win in Ljubljana as Trimo and Krka top the Slovenian league standings.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Zagreb Wins Opening Derby Against Nexe
Zagreb claimed victory in the first derby of the Croatian handball season against rivals Nexe.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Ohrid Begins EHF Cup Title Defense Against Ankara's Spor Toto
Reigning EHF Cup champions Ohrid open their title defense with a first-round clash against Turkish side Spor Toto.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
EHF European Cup: Dinamo Pančevo Draw Trimo, Ohrid Begin Title Defense
The draw for the second round of the 2026/27 EHF European Cup Men has paired regional clubs with new rivals.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Palicka Sidelined Up to Four Weeks with Hand Injury
Füchse Berlin goalkeeper Andreas Palicka faces a lengthy absence after injuring his hand in a Bundesliga match.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Kriens Beat Kadetten in Swiss Handball Derby
Kriens secured a convincing home win over Kadetten in Switzerland's biggest handball derby despite recent European setbacks.
National Teams · 24 Sept 2026
Ana Gros Named Vice-President of Slovenian Handball Federation
Former star player Ana Gros joins the RZS leadership as vice-president alongside Sebastjan Gergeta.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Partizan and Crvena Zvezda Claim Wins in ARKUS League Round Two
Partizan and Crvena zvezda both secured victories in the second round of the ARKUS league.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Gorica Take Points Off Sesvete in Croatian Premier League
Gorica continued their strong form against Sesvete in Croatia's top handball division.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Vardar and Ohrid Shine in Macedonian Super Liga Round 3
Vardar and Ohrid posted the highest-scoring performances in the third round of the Macedonian Super Liga.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Reistad Tops Early Champions League Scoring Charts
Team Esbjerg's Henny Reistad leads the EHF Champions League scoring race after three rounds.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Gidsel Tops Bundesliga Scorers After Five Rounds
Füchse Berlin's Mathias Gidsel leads the Bundesliga scoring charts through the season's opening five rounds.
Handball · 24 Sept 2026
Barcelona to Defend IHF Club World Title in Egypt in 2026
Ten clubs from six continents will battle for the IHF Men's Club World Championship crown in Egypt next year.
Transfers · 24 Sept 2026
Wisla Plock Eye €500,000 Deal for Goalkeeper Nebojsa Simic
Polish champions ORLEN Wisla Plock are reportedly targeting MT Melsungen goalkeeper Nebojsa Simic in a big-money move.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Nantes and Porto Hit by Long-Term Injuries to Key Players
Two Champions League clubs face months without important players after injuries suffered at the start of the new season.
National Teams · 24 Sept 2026
Germany 2027 Worlds: 15,000 Tickets Sold in 30 Minutes
Demand for the 2027 World Championship in Germany remains high as a new ticket phase sells out fast.
Handball · 24 Sept 2026
Ten Clubs Set for IHF Men's Club World Championship 2026 in Egypt
Barcelona will defend its title as ten clubs from six continents prepare for the 2026 IHF Men's Club World Championship in Egypt.
Transfers · 24 Sept 2026
Filip Vistorop Joins AEK Athens After German Stint
Croatian international Filip Vistorop is moving to Greek club AEK Athens after four years playing in Germany.
Transfers · 24 Sept 2026
Report: Frederik Bo Andersen in Discussions for SC Magdeburg Switch
Danish right wing Frederik Bo Andersen is reportedly negotiating a possible transfer to SC Magdeburg.
Leagues · 24 Sept 2026
Sønderjysk Stuns GOG to Reach Danish Cup Quarterfinals
Sønderjysk pulled off a home upset over GOG in the Danish Cup round of 16.
National Teams · 19 Sept 2026
Ten Nations Eye Men's EHF EURO 2034 Hosting Rights
The EHF has released a list of countries interested in hosting the 2034 European Championships, with four former Yugoslav nations among the men's contenders.
Leagues · 19 Sept 2026
Raul Gonzales: Partizan's second half solid despite loss to Porto
Partizan coach Raul Gonzales reflects on his side's away defeat to Porto in the EHF Champions League.
Leagues · 19 Sept 2026
Dortmund Stun Bucuresti with Nine-Goal Comeback
Winless Dortmund shocked EHF Champions League favorites CSM Bucuresti with a dramatic second-half turnaround.
Transfers · 19 Sept 2026
Report: Barcelona Closing In On Brazilian Star Bryan Monté
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo claims Barcelona are nearing a deal for Brazilian player Bryan Monté.
Leagues · 19 Sept 2026
Kiel Stay Perfect With Last-Gasp Win at Eisenach
Kiel edged Eisenach in a nail-biting finish to remain unbeaten atop the standings, while Stuttgart also claimed a tight victory.
Handball · 15 Sept 2026
Maja Savic Named New Head Coach of ZRK Buducnost
Montenegrin champions Buducnost have replaced Zoran Abramovic with club legend Maja Savic as head coach.
Handball · 15 Sept 2026
Sagosen Faces Lengthy Layoff After Pelvic Stress Injury
Aalborg star Sander Sagosen will be out indefinitely following a pelvic stress injury sustained earlier this month.
Handball · 15 Sept 2026
Bielecki Named New President of Industria Kielce
Polish handball legend Karol Bielecki has returned to Industria Kielce, this time as club president.
Leagues · 14 Sept 2026
Ferencvaros Rout Krim to Stay Perfect in Champions League
Ferencvaros secured a dominant 40-29 win over Krim in the EHF Champions League group stage.
Leagues · 14 Sept 2026
Magdeburg Extend Perfect Start with Win Over Wetzlar
Reigning champions Magdeburg kept their unbeaten record intact with a convincing Bundesliga victory.
Leagues · 14 Sept 2026
Esbjerg Beat Sola to Stay Perfect in Champions League
Henny Reistad's eight goals powered Esbjerg to a 28-25 win over Sola in the EHF Champions League.
Leagues · 14 Sept 2026
Flensburg Storm to Top as Magdeburg Keeps Perfect Record in Round 4
Flensburg's dominant win at Lemgo Lippe lifts them to first place while Magdeburg and Füchse Berlin also impress in Bundesliga round four.
Transfers · 14 Sept 2026
Jana Mittún to Join NFH from Viborg in 2027
Faroese playmaker Jana Mittún has agreed to leave Viborg HK for Nykøbing Falster Håndbold in 2027.
Handball · 14 Sept 2026
EHF Unveils New Six-Member Players Board
The European Handball Federation has named the six athletes who will make up its newly formed Players Board.
Leagues · 11 Sept 2026
EHF Champions League 2026/27 Kicks Off with Seven Openers
The new EHF Champions League season began Wednesday with seven opening fixtures across Europe.
Leagues · 9 Sept 2026
Handball-Planet Unveils EHF Champions League Power Ranking for 2026/27
Handball-Planet has released its annual power ranking ahead of the new EHF Champions League season.
Handball · 9 Sept 2026
Barcelona Tie Down Coach Antonio Carlos Ortega Through 2031
FC Barcelona have secured their head coach with a new long-term contract extension.
Transfers · 9 Sept 2026
Aalborg Linked with Moves for Claar and Skipagøtu
Danish club Aalborg Håndbold are reportedly in talks with two prominent Nordic players as they eye future signings.
Leagues · 8 Sept 2026
EHF Reveals New Prize Money Structure for 2026/27 Champions League
The EHF has unveiled updated prize-money figures tied to the revamped Champions League and European League formats starting in 2026/27.
National Teams · 8 Sept 2026
New Zealand to Host Inaugural Women's IHF Nations Trophy
Wellington will welcome seven Oceania nations for a new international handball competition this September.
Leagues · 7 Sept 2026
Magdeburg Edge Balingen in Last-Second Thriller
SC Magdeburg completed a dramatic late comeback to beat Balingen 31-30 away from home.
Leagues · 7 Sept 2026
Nykøbing Stun Odense in Champions League Opener
Clara Lerby's 12-goal haul powered Nykøbing Falster to a surprising home draw against fellow Danish side Odense.
Leagues · 7 Sept 2026
Magdeburg, Füchse and Kiel Grind Out Narrow Bundesliga Wins
Three German Bundesliga favourites needed one-goal margins to secure victory in a dramatic round.
Leagues · 6 Sept 2026
Roganovic Nets 16 as Gummersbach Draw with Melsungen
Nikola Roganovic delivered a standout performance to help Gummersbach share the points with Melsungen in the Bundesliga.
Leagues · 6 Sept 2026
Győr Open Champions League Campaign with Win Over Podravka
Győr began their EHF Champions League group stage with a 26-23 victory over Podravka.
Leagues · 6 Sept 2026
CSM București Rally to Win Champions League Opener
CSM București overturned a first-half deficit to defeat RK Krim in their EHF Champions League opening match.
Handball · 4 Sept 2026
Karabatić Rules Out Coaching Return for Now
Handball legend Nikola Karabatić says he has no plans to step into coaching as he settles into retirement.
Handball · 4 Sept 2026
Bielecki Reportedly Set to Become Iskra Kielce President
Polish handball legend Karol Bielecki is reportedly poised to take charge of Iskra Kielce as club president.
National Teams · 4 Sept 2026
Roganović Reinstated as Montenegro Men's Head Coach
Montenegro's handball federation has brought back Zoran Roganović to lead the men's national team once again.
Leagues · 4 Sept 2026
Magdeburg Edge Füchse Berlin in Bundesliga Season Opener Clash
SC Magdeburg came from behind to beat rivals Füchse Berlin 36:32 in the season's first big derby.
Leagues · 2 Sept 2026
Szeged Crush Eger in Hungarian League Opener
OTP Bank-PICK Szeged began their 2026/27 Hungarian league campaign with a dominant road win over newly promoted Eger.
Leagues · 2 Sept 2026
Győri Begins Title Defence With Dominant Win Over NEKA
Reigning Hungarian champions Győri Audi ETO KC opened their league title defence with a convincing home victory.
National Teams · 2 Sept 2026
Roganovic Returns to Lead Montenegro's Men's Team
The Montenegrin Handball Federation has reappointed Zoran Roganovic as head coach of the men's national team.
Transfers · 1 Sept 2026
Füchse Berlin Land French Line Player Théo Monar for 2027
Füchse Berlin have confirmed the signing of French international Théo Monar ahead of the 2027/28 season.
Handball · 31 Aug 2026
Marsenić to Have Jersey Retired by Füchse Berlin
Serbian line player Mijajlo Marsenić will be honored with a jersey retirement at Füchse Berlin after his departure at the end of the 2026/27 season.
Leagues · 31 Aug 2026
Trimo Trebnje Claim Maiden Slovenian Super Cup Title
RK Trimo Trebnje secured their first-ever Slovenian Super Cup by edging hosts Celje in a penalty shootout.
Leagues · 31 Aug 2026
Veszprem and Gyor Claim Hungarian Super Cup 2026 Titles
Veszprem edged Szeged in the men's final while Gyori Audi ETO KC lifted the women's trophy at the 2026 Hungarian Super Cup.
Leagues · 31 Aug 2026
Wisla Plock Claim 2026 Polish Super Cup
Orlen Wisla Plock started their season with a Super Cup triumph over their fiercest domestic rival.
Leagues · 30 Aug 2026
Möller's Saves Seal Flensburg's Bundesliga Opener
SG Flensburg-Handewitt edged past ThSV Eisenach 33-31 in their Bundesliga season opener, with goalkeeper Simon Möller proving decisive.
Leagues · 30 Aug 2026
Midtgaard's 11 Goals Power Skjern to Season-Opening Win
Skjern Håndbold secured their first points of the season with a dominant victory over TMS Ringsted.
Handball · 29 Aug 2026
Gummersbach Ties Down Coach Sigurdsson Through 2029
VfL Gummersbach have extended head coach Gudjon Valur Sigurdsson's contract ahead of schedule, keeping him at the club until 2029.
Leagues · 28 Aug 2026
Berlin Survive Late Scare to Win Season Opener
Berlin held off a fierce Melsungen comeback to claim a narrow opening-day victory.
Leagues · 28 Aug 2026
Kiel Opens Bundesliga Season with Win Over Lemgo
THW Kiel kicked off the new Bundesliga campaign with a commanding victory at home against Lemgo.
Leagues · 27 Aug 2026
Møller Stars as GOG Beat Skjern in Herreligaen Opener
Kevin Møller impressed on his return to GOG as the hosts defeated Skjern 35-29 in the Herreligaen's opening round.
Transfers · 27 Aug 2026
Goalkeepers Lead Handball-Planet's Top 100 Transfers for 2026/2027
Handball-Planet's annual list of the season's biggest moves highlights standout goalkeeper transfers.
Transfers · 25 Aug 2026
Danish Women's League Bolstered by Star Signings Ahead of New Season
Denmark's top women's handball division has attracted several elite internationals this summer, headlined by a major move for Odense Håndbold.
Leagues · 24 Aug 2026
Aalborg Edges Skanderborg to Win Danish Super Cup
Aalborg claimed the Danish Super Cup title after a tense final against Skanderborg.
Leagues · 24 Aug 2026
Team Esbjerg Claim Danish Super Cup After Strong Second-Half Surge
Team Esbjerg defeated Odense Håndbold 33-25 to win the Danish Super Cup final.
Transfers · 24 Aug 2026
Danish League Boosted by High-Profile Summer Signings
The Danish Men's top flight has attracted several notable new arrivals ahead of the coming season.
Leagues · 23 Aug 2026
SC Magdeburg Claims German Super Cup with Win Over Füchse Berlin
SC Magdeburg secured a dominant Super Cup victory over rivals Füchse Berlin to open the new season.
Handball · 23 Aug 2026
HC Ohrid Retains Krste Andonovski Memorial Title
HC Ohrid successfully defended their Krste Andonovski Memorial Tournament crown by defeating Vardar in this year's final.
Handball · 21 Aug 2026
Katrine Lunde Takes On New Role Leading IHF Women's Handball Group
Norwegian goalkeeping legend Katrine Lunde begins a new chapter chairing the IHF Women's Handball Working Group.
National Teams · 21 Aug 2026
Béatrice Edwige Hangs Up Her Boots After Glittering Career
French defensive stalwart Béatrice Edwige has announced her retirement at 37, closing out a trophy-laden international career.
Handball · 20 Aug 2026
Stella Vartanyan Nominated as IHF Technical Delegate
Russian official Stella Vartanyan has been put forward as a nominee for the technical delegate role at the IHF.
Transfers · 20 Aug 2026
Magdeburg secures French left back Briet from 2028
SC Magdeburg have agreed a future deal with France international Thibaud Briet, who will join in 2028.
Transfers · 20 Aug 2026
Jónsson Agrees Future Move to Rhein-Neckar Löwen
Icelandic international Elvar Örn Jónsson has signed a long-term deal to join Rhein-Neckar Löwen from 2027.
Handball · 20 Aug 2026
Månsson Shines as Skjern Cruise Past PSG
Swedish playmaker Axel Månsson was a key figure as Skjern Håndbold defeated French champions PSG 35–29.
National Teams · 19 Aug 2026
Guðmundsson in Talks to Take Over Netherlands National Team
Experienced Icelandic coach Guðmundur Guðmundsson is reportedly negotiating with the Dutch Handball Federation to become head coach of the Netherlands men's team.
Handball · 19 Aug 2026
Ona Kim Nominated as IHF Technical Delegate
South Korea's Ona Kim has been put forward as a nominee for the technical delegate role within the IHF system.
Leagues · 19 Aug 2026
Nordhorn-Lingen's Licensing Battle Heads to Court Amid Financial Turmoil
HSG Nordhorn-Lingen's financial troubles have escalated into a legal fight over its 2. Bundesliga license.
Handball · 19 Aug 2026
Flensburg Beat Magdeburg to Claim Wartburg Cup Final
SG Flensburg-Handewitt edged German champions SC Magdeburg 33-32 in a closely fought Wartburg Cup final.
Handball · 18 Aug 2026
Fifth Krste Andonovski Tournament Kicks Off in Ohrid
Host club Ohrid, last year's champions, headline the fifth edition of the Krste Andonovski Ustaš handball tournament.
Handball · 18 Aug 2026
Dolenec: Slovan Stronger Than Last Season, Rejects Favorites Tag
Slovan's sporting director Jure Dolenec says the Slovenian vice-champions are in better shape than a year ago ahead of the new season.
Handball · 18 Aug 2026
Melsungen Wins 57th TV Champions Tournament in Doboj
German side Melsungen claimed the 57th TV Champions Tournament title in Doboj after beating Sporting Lisbon.
Handball · 18 Aug 2026
Rapid osvojio turnir u Krajovi: Tri pobjede za odličan početak sezone
Rapid je na najbolji način najavio novu sezonu – osvajanjem pripremnog turnira u Krajovi uz maksimalan učinak u tri odigrane utakmice.
Handball · 18 Aug 2026
Budućnost druga u Valčei
OTP Group Budućnost završila je nastup na turniru „Constantin Tită“ u Ramniku Vlčei porazom od domaćeg tima u finalu 31:24. Prethodni dan u polufinalu savladan je Krim iz Ljubljane sa rezultatom 27:25