17.01.2026, 08:15
Croatia open account with a hard-fought victory over Georgia

Croatia got off the mark at the Men's EHF EURO 2026 with a 32:29 win over Georgia in the opening match of group E in Malmö.

The opening match of the Men's EHF EURO 2026 group E in Malmö saw Croatia overcome their setbacks against Georgia, as the Croatians sealed a hard-fought 32:29 victory.

However, despite the clear result, Georgia — appearing at their second EHF EURO — showed a great play and fighting spirit, and were in the lead for a good part of the game, putting a significant pressure on the 2025 IHF World Championship runners-up right until the final buzzer, but Croatia prevailed and managed to win.

TEXT: EHF / Danijela Vekić