Curious Details from the DHB Cabin
- The German men's handball team secured a spot in the European Championship final after a thrilling 31-26 victory over Norway on Wednesday.
- Following the semifinal triumph in Hamburg, players including Juri Knorr, Matthes Langhoff, and Julian Köster found themselves dodging a citrus shower.
- Several players sustained minor bruises,but the good-natured ribbing and celebratory atmosphere outweighed any discomfort.
Germany’s Handball Team Celebrates EM Final Berth with Unusual Locker Room Tradition
The German men’s handball team secured a spot in the European Championship final after a thrilling 31-26 victory over Norway on Wednesday. But a curious detail emerging from the team’s locker room celebration reveals a unique tradition: players are pelted with oranges after big wins.
Following the semifinal triumph in Hamburg, players including Juri Knorr, Matthes Langhoff, and Julian Köster found themselves dodging a citrus shower. Team captain Johannes Golla explained the tradition originated during a training camp in Spain and has stuck ever as.”It’s a bit painful, but it’s a good tradition,” Golla said with a laugh, according to t-online.de.
The orange bombardment isn’t entirely without risk. Several players sustained minor bruises,but the good-natured ribbing and celebratory atmosphere outweighed any discomfort.
Germany will now face Denmark in the EM final on Sunday, seeking their first European Championship title since 2004. Whether a victory will result in another orange-fueled celebration remains to be seen.
