14.01.2026, 09:00
Men's EHF EURO 2026 throws off in Herning and Oslo

Reigning champions France open their title defence in Oslo, while familiar rivals Austria and Germany meet again

After months of preparation, the 17th edition of the Men's EHF EURO finally gets underway on Thursday 15 January. 

Groups A and C are the first to throw off, in Herning and Oslo, and reigning champions France will begin their title defence against Czechia in Norway. Later on, the co-hosts will want to impress the Oslo fans against Ukraine.

Over in Denmark, Spain are looking for a better tournament than they produced in 2024, while Germany meet Austria once more in what has become a classic rivalry.

TEXT: EHF / Björn Pazen & Kevin Domas