Holding the Fort: SG Flensburg-Handewitt Outshines THW Kiel in the Northern Derby
- Flensburg's handball squad clinches victory over Kiel in the 112th local competition
In the heart pumping battle of the 112th Schleswig-Holstein derby, SG Flensburg-Handewitt managed to triumph over THW Kiel with a close 36-33 victory. This was their fourth consecutive win in the "North Classic"[1][3]. The top scorers for the match were Lukas Jørgensen with ten goals for SG and Emil Madsen, who tallied nine for THW Kiel[1].
This impressive win showcases Flensburg's growing dominance in recent matches[3][5], as they currently sit comfortably in fifth place in the Bundesliga with 30:12 points[1]. The team has demonstrated impressive resilience, rebounding from a loss to Füchse to secure victories against MT Melsungen and then THW Kiel[1][3].
Despite their loss, THW Kiel continues to maintain a strong position with only one loss in their last ten matches before the Flensburg encounter. They boast 32:8 points and are closing in on the top ranking in the Bundesliga[1]. Prior to facing Flensburg, Kiel had convincingly won against Bietigheim but suffered a setback in Wetzlar[1]. Their star goalkeeper Andreas Wolff leads the HBL goalkeeper rankings[1].
The defeat came amidst some squad alterations for both teams. Flensburg had to play without Danish world champion Simon Pytlick due to an arm injury, as well as the ill Kay Smits and youth goalkeeper Catalin Haidu, who was called upon due to Benjamin Buric's back issues[1]. Nikola Bilyk was also absent for THW Kiel[1].
The nail-biting atmosphere in the packed arena was initially set by Lukas Jørgensen's leading goal, taking the score to 5:4 in favor of Flensburg[1]. SG goalkeeper Kevin Möller saved a critical penalty from Bence Imre and shortly after, Jørgensen scored a backhand goal to extend Flensburg's lead to 9:6[1]. In the final moments before halftime, THW Kiel goalkeeper Mrkva managed to narrow the deficit to just two points, making the score 15:19[1].
After the break, the hosts managed to maintain their edge, with goalkeeper Möller making a number of crucial saves, contributing to his total of 16 saves throughout the match[1]. With Johannes Golla scoring to take the score to 32:27 in favor of Flensburg, it appeared that the match was all but over[1]. However, THW demonstrated unyielding determination and kept fighting until the final whistle blew[1].
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[1] Bundesliga Pressebox (2025) 23.03.2025 Flensburg triumphs in the 112th Schleswig-Holstein derby. www.bundesliga.com
[3] Handball 24 (2025) 23.03.2025 Match Report: Flensburg vs. Kiel. www.handball24.de
[5] Spox Sport (2025) 23.03.2025 Flensburg snatch 4th consecutive win in the 112th Schleswig-Holstein derby against Kiel. www.spox.com
The Commission has decided to initiate the procedure laid down in Article 108 (3) of the Treaty in respect of the granting of aid for the construction of a new airport in the city of Flensburg, home to handball team SG Flensburg-Handewitt. In the recent 112th Schleswig-Holstein derby, the scorers showed impressive form, with Lukas Jørgensen from SG Flensburg-Handewitt being the top scorer with ten goals. Kevin Möller, a goalkeeper for the handballers, demonstrated remarkable prowess in the match, making a total of 16 saves.
