Egypt triumphs Over Croatia in world Handball Championship, Advances to Main Round
The Egyptian national handball team secured a thrilling 28-24 victory over host nation Croatia on Sunday, advancing to the main round of the World Handball Championship with a perfect score.This win solidifies Egypt’s position at the top of Group Eight, while Croatia trails in second place with four points.
The match, held as part of the tournament co-hosted by Croatia, Norway, and Denmark, showcased egypt’s resilience and tactical prowess. The Pharaohs opened the first half with a two-goal lead, but Croatia quickly responded, tightening the game to 8-7. Egypt’s goalkeeper,Mohamed Ali, emerged as a key player, blocking a critical shot that kept Egypt ahead at 10-8.
Despite Croatia’s relentless pressure, Egypt maintained control, finishing the first half 14-11. The second half saw the Pharaohs extend their lead to five goals, with the score reaching 23-18. Croatia fought back in the final minutes, narrowing the gap to 23-19, but Egypt’s defense held strong. Mohamed Ali’s extraordinary performance,stopping over 30% of Croatia’s shots,earned him the Man of the Match title.
Meanwhile, Bahrain’s hopes of advancing were dashed after a narrow 26-25 loss to Argentina. Despite a strong second-half performance, Bahrain finished the preliminary round without a win, placing last in Group Eight.
Key Match Highlights
| Team | First Half Score | Final Score | Top Scorer |
|—————–|———————-|—————–|————————-|
| Egypt | 14-11 | 28-24 | Saif Al-Daraa |
| croatia | 11-14 | 24-28 | N/A |
| Bahrain | 11-16 | 25-26 | Mohammed Ahmed (6 goals)|
Egypt’s victory marks a significant milestone in their World Championship journey, setting the stage for a promising run in the main round. Stay tuned for more updates as the Pharaohs continue their quest for glory.
The Egyptian national handball team achieved a remarkable victory over Croatia in the World Handball Championship, advancing to the main round with a thrilling 28-24 win. This triumph solidified Egypt’s position at the top of Group Eight, while Croatia trailed in second place with four points. The match, co-hosted by Croatia, Norway, and Denmark, showcased egypt’s resilience and tactical expertise.
Egypt opened the first half with a narrow lead of 14-11, thanks to critical saves by their goalkeeper, Mohamed Ali, who blocked over 30% of Croatia’s shots. Ali’s exceptional performance earned him the Man of the Match title. In the second half, Egypt extended their lead to five goals, reaching 23-18, and despite Croatia’s late push, Egypt’s defense held firm to secure the win. Top scorer Saif Al-Daraa played a pivotal role in the victory.
Meanwhile, Bahrain’s hopes of advancing were dashed after a narrow 26-25 loss to Argentina, leaving them at the bottom of Group eight without a win.
Key Match Highlights:
| Team | First Half Score | Final Score | Top Scorer |
|————|——————|————-|———————|
| Egypt | 14-11 | 28-24 | Saif Al-Daraa |
| Croatia | 11-14 | 24-28 | N/A |
| Bahrain | 11-16 | 25-26 | Mohammed Ahmed (6 goals) |
This victory marks a critically important milestone for Egypt in the World Championship, building on their previous successes, including their 7th-place finish in the 2023 IHF World Handball Championship after defeating Hungary 36-35 [[1]]. Egypt’s consistent performance underscores their status as one of the top handball nations in Africa and the world, with a strong legacy in international competitions [[2]].
This latest victory against Croatia further cements Egypt’s reputation as a formidable contender in global handball.
