Men’s Handball Euro 2026: Denmark Beats France, Germany Wins – Results & Standings

Men’s Handball Euro 2026: Denmark Beats France, Germany Wins – Results & Standings

January 23, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Sports

The 2026 Men’s European Handball Championship is already delivering dramatic results as the competition moves into the main round. Recent matches have seen significant shifts in group standings, with Denmark staging a remarkable comeback against France, and Germany securing a key victory over Portugal.

Dramatic Comeback Fuels Danish Victory

In a pivotal match within Group I, Denmark overcame a two-goal deficit in the 53rd minute to defeat France 32-29 in Herning. According to reports from the Hungarian News Agency’s on-site correspondent, Mathias Gidsel led the Danish attack with nine goals, supported by Simon Pytlick’s eight. Crucially, Emil Nielsen, who will join Veszprém this summer, delivered an outstanding performance in goal with 11 saves.

Did You Know? Emil Nielsen, the Danish goalkeeper who made 11 saves against France, will be playing for Veszprém in the upcoming season.

This victory was particularly vital for Denmark, allowing them to advance to the main round without any points lost. France, however, carried two points forward. The momentum shift in the second half proved decisive, showcasing Denmark’s resilience and offensive firepower.

Germany and Norway Also Secure Wins

Elsewhere in the group stage, Germany defeated Portugal 32-30, with Francisco Costa of Portugal scoring an impressive ten goals – currently leading the tournament’s scoring charts. However, Germany’s Andreas Wolff proved pivotal with 14 saves.

Norway narrowly defeated Spain 35-34, with August Baskar Pedersen contributing 11 goals from 13 attempts. This win keeps Norway’s hopes alive for a potential semi-final berth. Spain, however, advanced to the main round without securing a point, and a further loss would likely eliminate them from contention for the top four.

Looking Ahead: Hungary’s Challenge

Hungary enters the main round with zero points and faces a challenging schedule. Their first match is against Switzerland, followed by encounters with Slovenia (3:30 PM), Sweden (8:30 PM), and Croatia (6:00 PM).

Expert Insight: The fact that Spain advanced to the main round without a win highlights the competitive nature of this tournament and the potential for upsets. Their remaining matches will be crucial, but their current position suggests a difficult path to the semi-finals.

2026 Men’s European Handball Championship – Group I Standings

  • Germany: 4 points
  • France: 2 points (67–66)
  • Denmark: 2 points (61–60)
  • Portugal: 2 points (61–61)
  • Norway: 2 points (69–72)
  • Spain: 0 points

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the score of the match between Denmark and France?

Denmark defeated France 32-29.

Who was the top scorer for Germany in their match against Portugal?

Andreas Wolff was the top performer for Germany with 14 saves.

What is Hungary’s schedule for the main round?

Hungary will play Switzerland, Slovenia (3:30 PM), Sweden (8:30 PM), and Croatia (6:00 PM).

With the group stage concluded, the main round promises further intense competition. Will Hungary be able to overcome their challenging schedule and advance in the tournament?