France's Women's Handball Team Finishes Euro 2024 Without a Medal

The French team, under new coach Sébastien Gardillou, placed fourth after losses to Denmark and Hungary in the final rounds.

The French women's handball team lost the bronze medal match to Hungary 25-24, marking their second consecutive fourth-place finish at the European Championship.
Despite a strong start to the tournament, the team struggled with offensive inefficiency and costly errors in their final two matches against Denmark and Hungary.
Sébastien Gardillou, in his first major tournament as head coach, acknowledged the challenges of transitioning from the long tenure of Olivier Krumbholz but emphasized the team's potential for growth.
Hungary secured their first European Championship medal since 2012, with standout performances from players like Katrin Klujber and goalkeeper Zsofia Szemerey.
The French team now faces questions about its roster and strategy as it looks ahead to the 2025 World Championship, with uncertainty surrounding captain Estelle Nze Minko's future.