Competitive & Events

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – In a nail-biting finish that had handball fans on the edge of their seats, Barça secured the final spot in the TruckScout24 EHF FINAL4 2025, set for June 14–15 in Cologne—despite losing their home leg against PICK Szeged. Thanks to a narrow aggregate victory (56:54), the defending champions are now headed to their record-extending 21st Champions League semi-final.

Victory Against the Odds

Barça’s passage to the semi-finals wasn’t smooth sailing. Despite holding a three-goal advantage from the first leg, their 29:30 home loss to Hungary’s PICK Szeged made for an anxiety-filled evening at the iconic Palau Blaugrana. It was Szeged’s first-ever knockout victory in Barcelona since 1997—yet not enough to deny the Spanish giants their spot in Cologne.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mai 2, 2025 - Get ready for a thrilling new gaming experience that will tug at your moral compass and keep you questioning every decision you make. Toge Productions and Team Project Lunch are launching the demo for Compensation Not Guaranteedon May 1st, 2025, at the digital narrative games festival, LudoNarraCon. If you love games that blend heart, history, and heavy choices, this one's for you.

Compensation Not Guaranteed invites players into a fictional post-colonial Southeast Asian world where you, a government official, are tasked with verifying land ownership claims. As your country races toward rapid development, you'll need to sift through documents, listen to emotional stories, and make choices that impact an entire nation's future.

Introducing the demo, the team wrote, "Get people to give up their land to the only ones who know how to use it right - The Government!"

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – Handball fans, get ready for an electrifying weekend! The EHF FINAL4 Women 2025 has revealed its highly anticipated semi-final pairings, promising unforgettable action at Budapest’s spectacular MVM Dome on May 31 and June 1, 2025.

Exciting Matchups Promise High-Intensity Action

This year’s FINAL4 will feature a thrilling replay of last year’s semi-final clash, as six-time champions Györi Audi ETO KC gear up to meet Team Esbjerg once again. Györ narrowly edged Esbjerg 24:23 in 2024 and went on to claim the trophy. Expectations are high for another gripping encounter.

In the second semi-final, unbeaten Metz Handball faces an exciting challenge against debutants Odense Håndbold. Metz has showcased stellar form throughout the season, while Odense arrives with plenty of international experience and a fearless underdog spirit.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – European handball fans are in for a thrilling ride as the EHF gears up for a "super week" packed with tension, passion, and pivotal moments that will shape the road to the Finals. Over the next few days, three major draws will take place, setting the stage for the EHF FINAL4 Women, Maschinensucher EHF Finals, and TruckScout24 EHF FINAL4.

A Week of High Stakes and Heart-Stopping Action

With the 2024/25 European club handball season reaching its fever pitch, Vienna’s European Handball House will host a trio of high-stakes draws:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – Fans attending the TruckScout24 EHF FINAL4 2025 are in for an unforgettable experience, as EHF Marketing partners with Hallgrimson Entertainment Group GmbH (the HEG) to launch a revolutionary new entertainment concept in Cologne’s LANXESS arena this June.

The highly anticipated final weekend of the Machineseeker EHF Champions League is set to be even more electrifying, thanks to the integration of 20,000 remote-controlled LED wristbands and an immersive live-music spectacle. With excitement building ahead of the event on 14 and 15 June, fans can expect an extraordinary fusion of sport, music, and light that promises to create lasting memories.

A New Era of Fan Engagement

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – The European Handball Federation (EHF) is taking bold steps toward securing a thriving future for the sport with two highly anticipated Competitions Conferences, gathering top stakeholders in Vienna for the first time since 2008.

The initiative, fittingly called "European Handball Future," promises to spark important discussions that will shape the next chapter of handball in Europe. These conferences aim to redefine competition systems, maintain the sport’s momentum, and build a sustainable framework for generations to come.

A New Era for European Handball

Under the leadership of EHF President Michael Wiederer, the organization recognizes that while handball has seen remarkable growth, it cannot afford to stand still.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – Exciting news for sports media professionals: the European Handball Federation (EHF) has officially opened media accreditation for the final events of the club handball season. Whether you're a journalist, photographer, or broadcaster, now is the time to secure your spot at some of the most thrilling matches of 2025.

How to Apply for Accreditation

Applying for accreditation has never been easier. The EHF Media and Communications Department is now accepting requests exclusively through its online accreditation system. Interested media representatives can submit their applications via https://accreditation.ehf.eu/. Please note that email requests will not be processed.

Here’s what you need to know:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – Sports fans and business enthusiasts have something exciting to look forward to this spring: the debut of the “SPOBIS Sports Clubs Summit” presented by EHF Marketing. Taking place on May 23, 2025, at Hamburg’s renowned Barclays Arena, this dynamic event promises a powerful blend of networking, innovation, and insider access to the vibrant world of European club sports.

A New Stage for Sports Business Innovation

The "SPOBIS Sports Clubs Summit" marks the beginning of an exciting new era in the sports business scene. Organized by EHF Marketing GmbH—the marketing arm of the European Handball Federation—and SPOBIS, Europe’s leading sports business conference organizer, this event offers a fresh, content-rich format.

Attendees can expect:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 29, 2025 – Handball fans across the globe have a new reason to cheer: viagogo is now the official ticketing partner and ticket marketplace for the EHF Finals and the EHF FINAL4 Men, thanks to a multi-year agreement with EHF Marketing. This exciting partnership promises to make it easier than ever for supporters to experience the thrill of European club handball live, whether they’re attending in person for the first time or looking for a trusted way to resell tickets.

A Global Gateway to Handball’s Premier Events

Through this new collaboration, EHF Marketing will distribute a dedicated number of tickets directly on viagogo, opening up access to fans in 195 countries and in 33 languages. That means whether you’re in Vienna, Vancouver, or anywhere in between, grabbing tickets to the hottest handball events has never been simpler.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 22, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 22, 2025 - ASUS expands its elite motherboard lineup with two new powerhouse entries engineered for peak AMD Ryzen performance.

ROG’s Next-Level AMD Ryzen Lineup

Two new flagship motherboards join the ROG Crosshair X870E family

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has officially unveiled two high-performance additions to its AMD Ryzen™ motherboard lineup: the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme and the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex. These newcomers build on the previously released Crosshair X870E Hero, giving enthusiasts and system builders three distinct high-end options for building elite Ryzen-based PCs.

ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme

Maximum power and intelligent cooling for uncompromising performance