German Teams Gear Up for Key European Championships in Handball and Basketball

Germany's women's handball team prepares for the expanded European Championship, while the men's basketball team secures a vital win in EM qualification under new leadership.

The Women's Handball European Championship begins on November 28, featuring a record 24 teams and hosted across Hungary, Austria, and Switzerland.
Germany's handball team, placed in Group F, will face Ukraine, Iceland, and the Netherlands, with their opener against Ukraine seen as a strong opportunity for success.
Despite a shaky 28:26 win over Austria in their final warm-up game, the German handball team aims to build on its recent progress, targeting the semifinals against top contenders like Norway and Denmark.
Germany's men's basketball team claimed an 80:61 victory over Sweden in Heidelberg, marking their first win under new coach Álex Mumbrú and improving their position in EM qualification.
The basketball team, missing key NBA and Euroleague players, showcased promising performances from young talents like 18-year-old Jack Kayil and aims for a medal at the 2025 European Championship.