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The Wait is Over: EHF Olympiad Kick-Off Time Announced

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Sat, 14 Jun 2025

The Wait is Over: EHF Olympiad Kick-Off Time Announced

After months of anticipation, the European Handball Federation (EHF) has finally announced the kick-off time for the EHF olympiad, one of the most highly-anticipated events in the handball calendar. The tournament, which will feature some of the best national teams in Europe, is set to get underway on June 1st, marking the beginning of a thrilling two-week competition.

The EHF olympiad will bring together 12 of the top-ranked national teams in Europe, including defending champions Denmark, reigning Olympic champions France, and up-and-coming powers such as Norway and Germany. The teams will compete in a round-robin format, with the top four teams advancing to the knockout stage.

The wait has been long, but the excitement is palpable. Fans of handball around the world have been eagerly anticipating the kick-off time, and now that it’s finally been announced, the anticipation is reaching fever pitch.

"This is an incredible moment for our sport," said EHF President, Michael Wiederer. "The EHF olympiad is one of the most prestigious events in European handball, and we’re thrilled to announce the kick-off time. We’re expecting some incredible matches, and we can’t wait to see our teams in action."

The EHF olympiad promises to be a thrilling event, with some of the best players in the world taking to the court. Fans can expect to see a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars, all battling for the top spot.

"It’s going to be a tough competition," said Norway’s captain, Kent Smarsdal. "But we’re feeling confident and ready to take on the best teams in Europe. We’ve been working hard in training, and we’re excited to see what the tournament has in store for us."

Germany’s coach, Christian Prokop, echoed Smarsdal’s sentiments. "We’re looking forward to a great tournament," he said. "We’ve got a strong team, and we’re ready to make a deep run. The EHF olympiad is a great opportunity for us to test ourselves against the best teams in Europe, and we’re excited to see what we can achieve."

The EHF olympiad will be played from June 1st to June 17th, with the final taking place on June 17th. Fans around the world will be able to watch the action live, thanks to a comprehensive broadcast agreement with leading sports networks.

Don’t miss the excitement – mark your calendars for June 1st, and get ready to witness some of the most thrilling handball matches of the year!

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