Nord-Derby Showdown: Kiel and Flensburg Clash in Bundesliga

The historic 111th Schleswig-Holstein Derby carries significant stakes as both teams vie for crucial points in the Handball-Bundesliga.

THW Kiel and SG Flensburg-Handewitt meet just days after both securing spots in the DHB-Pokal quarterfinals, adding intensity to their Bundesliga face-off.
The match is pivotal for both teams' championship ambitions, with the loser likely falling out of the title race early in the season.
Kiel enters the derby with a slight lead in their historic rivalry, boasting 65 wins compared to Flensburg's 40, alongside five draws.
The Kiel Arena is expected to be packed with over 10,000 fans, creating a charged atmosphere that both teams must navigate.
Flensburg's confidence is bolstered by their recent victory over Kiel in March, where they handed the 'Zebras' their heaviest home defeat in league history.