09.05.2025, 05:00
Faroe Islands’ unique conditions to achieve the unexpected

FEATURE: Faroe Islands coach Peter Bredsdorff-Larsen talks about the unique features of his team


Following their first appearance at a major championship, the Men’s EHF EURO 2024, the qualifiers for the 2026 edition have been a new experience for the Faroe Islands. With the label of underdogs long cast off, the Faroese entered the EHF EURO 2026 Qualifiers as contenders expecting — and expected — to reach the final tournament. And they did so with one match to spare, thanks to a thrilling 25:23 win over Kosovo on Thursday night. 

TEXT: EHF / Courtney Gahan


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