German Handball Coach Gislason Reflects on Team's Growth and Global Challenges

Alfred Gislason discusses his team's ambitions for the 2025 World Championship, societal concerns, and his reaction to a tragic attack in Magdeburg.

Alfred Gislason, coach of Germany's handball team, aims to build on their Olympic silver medal as they prepare for the 2025 World Championship starting January 14.
Gislason believes the team has gained confidence and the ability to compete with top-tier opponents but emphasizes the need to maintain consistency and manage heightened expectations.
The coach highlights Denmark, France, and Sweden as the leading teams but notes that Germany has closed the gap with the world’s best.
Gislason expressed deep sorrow over the recent fatal attack at the Magdeburg Christmas market, calling for continued commitment to societal values.
As a historian, he voiced concerns about the global shift toward oligarchic systems and the rise of populism, linking societal dissatisfaction to economic inequality.