Berlin stands on the brink of securing its landmark championship, necessitating just one more victory.
The Berlin Foxes, otherwise known as Füchse Berlin, are on the precipice of snatching the Bundesliga handball championship. Their latest thumping victory over VfL Gummersbach, a 45-35 thrashing (22:15), has propelled them into a commanding position ahead of the final weekend of the season[1]. They'll need one more win, or even a draw against Rhein-Neckar Löwen, to secure their historic first-ever title[1]. Meanwhile, defending champions SC Magdeburg will face SG BBM Bietigheim, who are battling against relegation.
With their impressive win against Gummersbach, the Foxes boast a formidable goal difference of +56. Their qualification for the Champions League is all but assured[2]. Magdeburg, on the other hand, has 55 points[2].
Initially, the Foxes seemed rather unimpressed by the game's gravity. Shaky shooting characterized the early stages. However, around the 15-minute mark, the Danish duo of World Handballer of the Year Mathias Gidsel and Lasse Andersson took control and extended their lead by five goals (15:10). Goalkeeper Dejan Milosavljev also stood tall in the Berlin goal, contributing significantly to their victory[3].
After the break, the pressure mounted on Gummersbach's national players Miro Schluroff and Julian Köster as Gidsel mesmerized the VfL defense. The Berliners' offensive firepower proved too much for the tiring visiting defense to handle[3].
The Foxes' next match is against VfL Gummersbach on June 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM UTC[1]. To stay updated with the latest standings and news, be sure to check the official Bundesliga handball league website or popular sports news platforms.
[1] Bundesliga handball league website[2] dpa-infocom[3] Various sports news sources, including SkySports and Eurosport
The Berlin Foxes have demonstrated their prowess not only in handball but also in European leagues, with their eye on the Champions League. The upcoming football season could see them participate, given their impressive goal difference and commitment to securing a historic title. Remarkably, European-leagues football could be graced by the Berlin Foxes, a team that started as handball champions.
