Overview
- Lufthansa flight LH1405 from Zagreb to Frankfurt was delayed multiple times before landing around 17:29, according to reports.
- The team missed its Frankfurt–Hannover connection and switched to a team bus, arriving at the Hannover hotel at about 23:34.
- National team manager Benjamin Chatton said the staff stayed in constant contact with travel partners as Hannover initially felt like a distant goal.
- A planned team evening in Hannover was canceled, with Saturday designated for recovery ahead of the final tune-up.
- Germany defeated Croatia 32:29 on Thursday, and the rematch in Hannover is scheduled for Sunday at 18:05 with coverage on ARD and Dyn.