SG Flensburg-Handewitt Triumphs Over THW Kiel in 112th Schleswig-Holstein Derby

Flensburg's 36:33 victory marks their fourth consecutive win in the rivalry, narrowing the league gap to just one point behind Kiel.

Lukas Jörgensen led Flensburg's offense with 10 goals, while Kevin Möller made 16 crucial saves in goal.
Despite missing key players Simon Pytlick, Kay Smits, and Benjamin Buric, Flensburg showcased depth and resilience, including 17-year-old goalkeeper Catalin Haidu stepping in.
THW Kiel, without Nikola Bilyk due to injury, fought hard, with goalkeeper Tomas Mrkva scoring a field-length goal just before halftime.
The match was played in front of a sold-out crowd of 6,300, underscoring the rivalry's significance in German handball.
Flensburg's win brings them closer to THW Kiel in the league standings, intensifying the competition for higher rankings in the Bundesliga.