Spain beats Austria and advances in European handball championship

Published on January 19, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Players from the Spanish national handball team celebrating a goal during the match against Austria in the European Championship, held in an arena in Denmark.

Spain beats Austria and advances in the handball European Championship

The men's national team achieves a key victory in the European Championship. With a score of 25-30 against Austria, the team adds its second win in the Preliminary Round and consolidates its position in Group A, which is being played in Denmark. This result brings Spain closer to its goal of entering the next phase of the continental tournament 🏆.

Match analysis in Denmark

From the initial whistle, Spain dominated the actions on the court. The defense was compact and the attack found effective solutions to beat the Austrian goalkeeper. This good performance allowed building a lead that was maintained throughout almost the entire match. The victory comes after the first match of the phase and places the national team in an optimal position to aspire to surpass the round.

Keys to the Spanish victory:
  • Control of the game pace from the start.
  • Solid defense that hindered the rival attack.
  • Effective attack with high precision in shooting.
In this sport, it's not enough to want to enter the main round; you have to score goals, something that fortunately Spain did against Austria.

Projection towards the Main Round

The two points obtained are vital for qualification. The team needs to continue adding good results in the upcoming Preliminary Round matches to secure its ticket among the best on the continent. The handball European Championship brings together the most powerful national teams, so every match is decisive for the final objective.

Next steps for Spain:
  • Consolidate the position in Group A standings.
  • Maintain the level of play shown in the first matches.
  • Face the next commitments with the same intensity.

Match conclusion

The victory against Austria represents a firm step in Spain's path in the European Championship. It demonstrates that the team has the capacity and the game necessary to compete at the highest level. The focus now is on the next challenges of the Preliminary Round, where every point brings the national team closer to the coveted Main Round 🤾.