France v Norway

Handball European Championship • Preliminary Round

(Home team first)

When


Monday 19 Jan 2026

20:30 Local Time

19:30 Your Time

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The French national handball team, also known as Les Experts, has a rich history in the world of handball. As one of the powerhouses in the sport, they have consistently performed well in major competitions. They are three-time Olympic champions, having won gold medals in 2008, 2012, and 2016. In the European Championships, they have won six gold and three silver medals, making them the most successful team in the tournament's history. The team is made up of talented players such as Nikola Karabatic, Michaël Guigou, and Luc Abalo, who have all received numerous individual awards for their outstanding performances. The team's home stadium is the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille, which has a capacity of 30,000 spectators. With their impressive track record and star-studded roster, the French Handball team continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of handball.

The Handball team Norway, also known as the Norwegian National Handball team, is a top-ranked team in the sport of handball. They participate in international competitions such as the World Championship and the European Championship, where they have achieved great success. The team has won multiple medals, including a gold medal at the World Championship in 1986 and silver medals at the European Championship in 2008 and 2016. Some notable players on the team include Sander Sagosen, Kristian Bjørnsen, and Bjarte Myrhol. Their home games are played at the modern and spacious Oslo Spektrum arena, which can hold up to 10,000 spectators. This team has a strong history of success and continues to impress with their skilled players and dedicated coaching staff.

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