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Portugal and Denmark Reach U21 Handball Final After Semifinal Thrillers

Portugal reached the final with a 38-37 double-overtime win that capped the underdog Faroe Islands’ run

Mittun spielte 2024 schon bei der EM der "Großen"
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Overview

  • Portugal beat the Faroe Islands 38-37 in double overtime after Diogo Borges saved Isak Vedelsbol’s last-second penalty.
  • Denmark advanced to the final in Sosnowiec by defeating Sweden 40-37 in overtime.
  • Oli Mittun scored eleven goals to lead the Faroe Islands on their unprecedented path to the semifinals.
  • Germany, unbeaten through the main round, will play Egypt for fifth place after a quarterfinal loss to Sweden.
  • Sunday’s final will crown a new U21 world champion and highlight emerging talent beyond traditional handball powers.