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Germany to Face Denmark, Italy, and Tunisia in Handball World Championship Main Round

Germany's path to the quarterfinals includes a rematch against Olympic champions Denmark and games against rising Italy and underdog Tunisia.

  • Germany's national handball team advanced to the main round of the World Championship and will face Denmark, Italy, and Tunisia in Herning.
  • The top two teams from the group will qualify for the quarterfinals, which begin on January 29 in Oslo.
  • Denmark, the Olympic champions and three-time defending world champions, are considered heavy favorites after dominating their group with a +55 goal difference.
  • Italy has captured attention as a surprise contender, marking their first World Championship appearance since 1997 and earning two group-stage wins before falling to Denmark.
  • Tunisia, a perennial underdog, narrowly secured their spot in the main round with a last-second win over Algeria but are not expected to pose a significant challenge.
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