Lithuanian handball players before the decisive match against Ukrainians: "We need to start winning important matches"
Lithuania's national handball team faces Ukraine in a crucial match that will determine the race for third place in their qualifying group for the European Championship.
SC Magdeburg: The beard is coming off
SC Magdeburg's coach, Bennet Wiegert, downplays his team's status as nearly unbeatable despite leading the Bundesliga, citing the unpredictability of sports.
If we welcomed the handball players, we must also welcome the futsal national team! But without Thompson, please...
Croatia's futsal national team achieved its greatest success by winning a bronze medal at the European Championship, surpassing its previous best of fourth place in 2012.
If we welcomed the handball players, we must also welcome the futsal team! But, without politics, please...
Croatia's futsal team achieved a historic milestone by winning a bronze medal at the European Championships, surpassing their previous best performance in 2012.
Maraš spoke about the welcome and criticisms directed at the EHF
Croatian handball representative Mateo Maraš addressed the European Championship, discussions surrounding the team's bronze medal, and their welcome in Zagreb.
Do Croats love their national teams or just their success?
The Croatian handball team has won a bronze medal at the European Championship, while the futsal team is set to compete for a medal after a close semifinal loss to Spain.
Do Croats have a cult of the national team or a cult of success?
The Croatian handball team recently secured a bronze medal at the European Championship, while the futsal team lost a close semifinals match against Spain and is set to compete for a medal against France.
From EHF to the reception: How HRS avoided responsibility regarding Thompson?
The Croatian Handball Federation (HRS) faced scrutiny for not supporting its players' wishes concerning singer Marko Perković Thompson amidst their recent success at the European Championship.
Vedrana Rudan commented on the reception of handball players, numerous reactions to her post followed
After the reception of the Croatian handball team, which won a bronze medal at the European Championship, writer Vedrana Rudan shared her thoughts on Facebook, highlighting the controversial performance by singer Marko Perković Thompson.
Handball legend bids farewell to the Danish national team
Danish handball player Mads Mensah Larsen has announced his retirement from the national team after a successful career that included winning a gold medal at the European Championship.
VIDEO: We asked people if they could name three Croatian handball clubs
The Croatian handball team was celebrated in a public gathering in Zagreb for winning bronze at the European Handball Championship, amidst the controversy surrounding their insistence on having Marko Perković Thompson perform despite his concert ban in the city.
Vedrana Rudan: Pancakes for Gold, a Coup for Croatians for Bronze
Vedrana Rudan comments on the welcoming celebrations for the Danish and Croatian handball teams, highlighting the disparity in their receptions post Euro Championship.
We learned how much the City of Zagreb charged the government for cleaning the Square after the welcome for the handball players
The City of Zagreb charged the government for cleaning up after the welcome event for the Croatian handball players who won bronze at the European Championship.
Spain now knows its roadmap for the 2027 World Cup after a European Championship to forget
Spain's handball team has laid out its plan for the 2027 World Cup following an early exit from the 2026 European Championship after a loss to Portugal.
PHOTO: Ljubuški Welcomes Four Handball Players from the Croatian National Team
Hundreds gathered in Ljubuški to celebrate the bronze medal of the Croatian handball team at the European Championship and welcome their heroes - Matej Mandić, David Mandić, Ivan Pavlović, and Dino Ćeški.
Ljubuški welcomed the bronze handball players
Ljubuški celebrated its handball players who won bronze at the European Championship, with Mayor Vedran Markotić honoring the players at the city administration.
Entrepreneur reacts: 'I see they are saying to the handball players to go back to Bosnia...'
After Croatia won bronze at the European Handball Championship, some public comments have shifted focus to the origin of players, recently suggesting celebrations should occur in Bosnia instead of Zagreb.
Croatia is hunting for historic success: Our football and handball players are the best proof they can fight against favorites
The Croatian futsal team faces off against the powerful Spanish team in the semifinals of the European Championship, showcasing their potential to achieve great things despite Spain being the favorite.
See what three Croatian handball players did after winning bronze
The Croatian national handball team celebrated their bronze medal win at the European Championship with a touching moment and sportsmanship following their victory over Iceland.
Rijeka Welcomes the Bronze Handball Players
Rijeka hosted a celebratory event for the Croatian handball players who won bronze in the European Championship, welcoming several key members of the team and coaching staff.
VIDEO Zadar welcomed Klarica and Sigurdsson, the coach played guitar and sang
Zadar held a festive welcome for handball player Luka Lovro Klarica, coach Dagur Sigurdsson, and fitness trainer Šime Tomašević, celebrating their bronze medal win at the recent European Handball Championship despite rainy weather.
VIDEO EHF Leans Towards Croatian Representative: Check Out the Officially Most Beautiful Goal of the European Championship
The recently concluded European Handball Championship celebrated Croatia's achievement of winning their seventh medal, with Mario Šoštarić being named the best right winger of the tournament.
The legend is right in front of Kuzmanović. Look at the numbers from the Euro
Dominik Kuzmanović, the Croatian handball representative, finished the European Championship ranked 18th among the best goalkeepers with a save percentage of 26%.
Croatian leads the EHF rankings. This is the best goal of the Euro finals
Tin Lučin delivered an outstanding performance in Croatia's dramatic 34-33 victory over Iceland, scoring nine goals and making an assist, while his most impressive goal was named the best goal of the European Championship finals by the EHF.
The President of the Assembly of Zagreb Demands a Review of the Constitutionality of the Government's Conclusion on the Reception
The President of the City Assembly of Zagreb, Matej Mišić, has submitted a proposal to the Constitutional Court regarding the Government's conclusion on organizing a welcome for the Croatian handball team after winning the bronze medal at the European Championship.
Unseen photos after the handball players' welcome: Celebrating bronze at an exclusive party in the heart of Zagreb
Following their historic success at the 2026 European Handball Championship, where the Croatian men's handball team secured a bronze medal, they celebrated in Zagreb with an exclusive party.
Marca: Croatian Government Allowed Nazi-Accused Singer to Perform for Handball Players
The Croatian government permitted a controversial singer accused of Nazi sentiments to perform at the welcome ceremony for the national handball team after they earned a bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark.
Tomašević: An alarming precedent has occurred. Why was there no Ustaše greeting yesterday?
Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević addressed the media regarding the absence of Ustaše greetings during the reception of the Croatian handball team, who won bronze at the European Championship.
Icelanders on Sigurdsson's Statement: Crazy, It Was Not the Right Moment for Such a Discussion
Icelandic handball coach Dagur Sigurdsson sparked intense reactions at a pre-semi-final press conference for the European Handball Championship, but experts from the Icelandic show Besta sætið believe it was not the appropriate time for that discussion.
LIVE Tomašević holds a press conference: An alarming precedent has occurred
Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević held a press conference addressing concerns regarding the absence of a nationalist salute during the welcome of the Croatian handball team who won bronze at the European Championship.
Tomašević holds a press conference soon live
Zagreb's Mayor Tomislav Tomašević is holding a press conference the day after welcoming the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square, where thousands of fans celebrated the team's bronze medal at the European Championship.
Puhovski: Handball players were manipulated. Tomašević and Plenković are the winners
The welcome for the Croatian handball players in central Zagreb turned into a spectacle of political rivalry rather than a celebration of their European Championship bronze medal win.
"They want to pee on our leg" – Gislason settles scores with experts
After a turbulent European Championship where criticism was rife, handball national coach Alfred Gislason addresses expert judgments following the team's silver medal victory.
Fierce clash of the German handball team coach with critics: They have no idea
German handball coach Alfred Gislason sharply rebuked critics after leading the team to a silver medal at the European Championship, stating that they lack understanding of his work and the team's performance.
When could the new welcome for handball players be? A great opportunity opens for fans and Croatia...
January's handball euphoria has continued into February, reflecting Croatia's successful run as they secured both silver at the world championship and bronze at the European championship, with a World Cup appearance next winter already assured.
Tonight's welcome in Rijeka for handball players. Lučin, Glavaš, Načinović, and Slavić are arriving
A welcome event for bronze medal-winning Croatian handball players will take place in Rijeka tonight, featuring local athletes Lučin, Glavaš, Načinović, and Slavić.
Handball players celebrated in the club 'Sokol' after the welcome with Thompson's songs
Croatian handball players were officially welcomed in Zagreb after winning bronze at the European Championship, with their favorite singer Marko Perković Thompson performing despite initial cancellation due to a ban from the city mayor.
Angry Croatian rivals bowed to a spectacular welcome in Zagreb, this will resonate far away
Tens of thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team to Zagreb after they won a bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, with the celebration reaching a peak when captain Ivan Martinović brought the trophy on stage.
PHOTO: See what the square looked like after the handball players' welcome
Tens of thousands of fans gathered at the main square in Zagreb to welcome the Croatian national handball team after they won a bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, with the event proceeding without any incidents.
Here's what the media in Serbia, BiH and Slovenia are writing about the welcome and Thompson: 'This won't be good for him'
Tens of thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb after they secured a bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
A Welcome to Remember for Handball Players and Fans: Thousands Celebrated European Bronze Amid Political Conflicts
The Croatian national handball team received a memorable welcome in Zagreb, celebrating their European bronze medal amidst political tensions, with captain Ivan Martinović expressing pride in leading the team.
VIDEO Handball players celebrated. Then Dagur Sigurdsson took the guitar
Following their bronze medal victory at the European Championship, the Croatian handball team, led by coach Dagur Sigurdsson, entertained fans in Zagreb with a musical performance.
BIG PHOTO GALLERY: Check out scenes from the unforgettable spectacle: Tens of thousands of fans flooded the Square
Tens of thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb after their bronze medal win at the European Championship in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
It Sparked in the Open, Benčić: 'These are lies, this is an attack on Zagreb', Mlinarić: 'Penava will propose a new law tomorrow'
The reception of the Croatian handball team, who won a bronze medal at the European Championship, took place at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb, organized by the Croatian government after a dispute over the involvement of a controversial performer.
VIDEO: The Celebration of Bronze Will Be Told for Years: Watch What Sigurdsson Sang with a Guitar
The Croatian handball team continues to celebrate their bronze medal victory at the European Championship, led by Icelandic coach Dagur Sigurdsson who entertained with a guitar and the song 'I'm a Dalmatian' in a viral video.
Conflict in the Open on the Welcome of Handball Players. 'Plenković is doing what Vučić is doing'
The welcoming of Croatia's handball team, who won bronze at the European Championship, sparked controversy due to the government's involvement after the Croatian Handball Federation withdrew its initial agreement with the city of Zagreb over artist performance issues.
HDZ after the welcome: Only Benčić and Ahmetović may be sadder than Tomašević and Hajdaš
HDZ and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković praised the Croatian handball team's reception in Zagreb after their bronze medal victory at the European Championship.
VIDEO: The Croatian coach was one of the last to stay at the Square, you will be amazed when you see what he did
Thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb after they won bronze at the European Championship, with coach Dagur Sigurdsson making a memorable appearance.
VIDEO Croatian coach was one of the last to remain in the Square, you will be thrilled when you see what he was doing
Thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian national handball team in Zagreb after they won a bronze medal at the European Championship, with coach Dagur Sigurdsson and captain Ivan Martinović receiving enthusiastic cheers during the celebration.
Here's what Boysen posted during the welcome of Croatian handball players
Rasmus Boysen, a former Danish player and now a handball expert, shared two posts on X celebrating the welcome of Croatian handball players in Zagreb after they won the European bronze.