Strong Sides Face Daunting Challenge in Qualification Europe Phase 2 for 2025 IHF Women’s World Championship
road too 2025: European Teams Gear Up for Women’s Handball World Championship Qualifiers
vienna,Austria – The race to the 2025 IHF women’s World Championship heated up Sunday as 22 European teams learned their fate in the Qualification Europe Phase 2 draw. held in Vienna during the closing press conference of the Women’s EHF EURO 2024, the draw set the stage for thrilling matchups as nations vie for a coveted spot in the global handball showcase.
“The draw has produced some truly exciting pairings,” said Martin Hausleitner, EHF secretary General. “Fans can expect intense competition as these teams battle for a chance to represent Europe on the world stage.”
Eleven seeded teams,determined by their performance at the Women’s EHF EURO 2024,will face off against unseeded opponents.
One of the most anticipated clashes pits slovenia against Serbia, two teams with a history of success in the IHF Women’s World Championship. Another heavyweight showdown sees Spain, the 2019 silver medalists, facing Croatia in a battle for handball supremacy.
Sweden, fresh off a strong showing at the EHF EURO, is favored against Kosovo, while Iceland is expected to overcome Israel in their quest to return to the world championship.romania, the only nation to have participated in every edition of the tournament, will look to extend their remarkable streak against Italy.
The Faroe Islands, seeded for the draw, have a historic prospect to qualify for their first-ever IHF Women’s World Championship when they face Lithuania.
Key Matchups:
Slovenia vs. Serbia: A clash of titans with World Championship pedigree.
Spain vs. Croatia: A battle between two handball powerhouses.
Sweden vs. Kosovo: Sweden’s experience will be tested against a determined Kosovo side.
Iceland vs. Israel: Iceland aims to return to the world stage against a tough Israeli opponent.
* Faroe islands vs. lithuania: The Faroe Islands seek to make history in their quest for a maiden World Championship appearance.
the first leg of the Qualification Europe Phase 2 matches is scheduled for April 9-10, 2025, with the return leg taking place on April 12-13.
The 2025 IHF Women’s World Championship will be jointly hosted by Germany and the Netherlands from november 26 to December 14, 2025.
Seventeen teams have already secured their spots, including hosts Germany and the Netherlands, reigning world champions France, and top performers from the EHF EURO 2024: Denmark, Hungary, and Norway.
Teams from Asia, Africa, and South and Central America will also join the fray, adding to the global diversity and excitement of the tournament.
Road to 2025: European Teams Gear Up for Women’s Handball World Championship Qualifiers
Vienna, Austria – The countdown to the 2025 IHF Women’s World Championship intensified Sunday as 22 European teams discovered thier opponents in the Qualification Europe Phase 2 draw, held in Vienna during the closing press conference of the Women’s EHF EURO 2024.
“The draw has produced some truly exciting pairings,” said Martin Hausleitner, EHF Secretary General. “Fans can expect intense competition as these teams battle for a chance to represent Europe on the world stage.”
Eleven seeded teams, based on their performance at the Women’s EHF EURO 2024, will face unseeded opponents in a battle for qualification.
One of the moast anticipated clashes sees Slovenia take on Serbia, two teams with a history of success in the IHF Women’s World Championship. Another heavyweight showdown pits Spain, the 2019 silver medalists, against Croatia in a clash for handball supremacy.
sweden, fresh off a strong showing at the EHF EURO, is favored against kosovo, while Iceland is expected to overcome Israel in their quest to return to the world championship. Romania, the only nation to have participated in every edition of the tournament, will look to extend their remarkable streak against Italy.
the Faroe Islands, seeded for the draw, have a historic prospect to qualify for their first-ever IHF Women’s World Championship when they face Lithuania.
Key matchups:
Slovenia vs. Serbia: A clash of titans with World Championship pedigree.
Spain vs. Croatia: A battle between two handball powerhouses.
Sweden vs. Kosovo: Sweden’s experience will be tested against a determined Kosovo side.
Iceland vs. Israel: Iceland aims to return to the world stage against a tough Israeli opponent.
* Faroe Islands vs. Lithuania: The Faroe Islands seek to make history in their quest for a maiden World Championship appearance.
The first leg of the Qualification Europe Phase 2 matches is scheduled for April 9-10, 2025, with the return leg taking place on April 12-13.
The 2025 IHF Women’s World Championship will be jointly hosted by Germany and the Netherlands from November 26 to December 14, 2025.Seventeen teams have already secured their spots, including hosts Germany and the Netherlands, reigning world champions France, and top performers from the EHF EURO 2024: Denmark, Hungary, and Norway.
Teams from Asia, Africa, and South and Central America will also join the fray, adding to the global diversity and excitement of the tournament.