Handball European ChampionshipDay 7

When

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Wednesday 19 Jan 2028

Set Reminder

All day event

Where

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Portugal, Spain and Switzerland

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The Handball European Championship is the premier national-team handball tournament in Europe, organized by the European Handball Federation (EHF). Men’s and women’s championships are held separately, bringing together leading teams that qualify through regional competition. The final tournament features 24 teams, with national squads competing in group matches and knockout rounds for the continental title. Established handball nations such as Denmark, France, Germany, Spain, Norway and Sweden are frequent contenders, while other qualified teams add fresh rivalries and unexpected results. Each squad combines experienced international players with emerging talent, and matches showcase fast passing, powerful shooting, tactical defending and specialist goalkeeping. The championship does not have a permanent stadium: host countries select arenas and cities for each edition, with games staged in multiple venues and the later rounds often held in a larger arena. These indoor stadiums bring supporters close to the action and provide space for thousands of spectators. For fans seeking Handball European Championship fixtures, teams, players, results and venue information, the tournament offers a clear guide to Europe’s top international handball and a valuable opportunity to follow the sport’s leading national sides.