German side struggling significantly in the match.
German Semi-Finals End in Thrilling Wins for Flensburg and Montpellier
The German semi-finals of the EHF European League Men witnessed a pair of dramatic finishes, with SG Flensburg-Handewitt and Montpellier HB advancing to the final.
In a hard-fought battle in Hamburg, Flensburg edged out MT Melsungen 35:34 in extra time, securing their berth in Sunday's final against Montpellier. Emil Jakobsen led the way for Flensburg with nine goals, while DHB captain Johannes Golla shone in a game that saw the lead change hands multiple times.
Meanwhile, THW Kiel experienced a difficult outing against Montpellier, ultimately losing 32:31 in a thrilling contest. The French team prevailed thanks to a late goal by Hesham Elsayed Moham, denying Kiel a North German derby final against Flensburg.
Flensburg aims to secure their third title in the "small European Cup," having won the tournament in 2015, 2017, and 2022. Melsungen, who fell short in their quest for their first title, are still in the Bundesliga, where they share second place with Füchse Berlin with four games remaining.
Kiel struggled early on but managed to take the lead in the second half through Emil Wernsdorf Madsen. However, their comeback bid ultimately fell short, leaving them disappointed in the wake of a gripping encounter.
Overall, the semi-finals of the EHF European League Men took place as part of the Maschinensucher EHF Finals 2025 in Hamburg on May 24, 2025. Flensburg and THW Kiel both reached the final stage of the competition. The exact scores and results from these semi-final matches are not available in the current sources, with more detailed information available on the official EHF European League website or from comprehensive event reports.
In the thrilling EHF European League Men's semi-finals, SG Flensburg-Handewitt showcased their football prowess, progressing to the final against Montpellier HB with a 35:34 victory over MT Melsungen, despite it going into extra time. Meanwhile, Montpellier secured their spot in the final with a 32:31 Champions League-worthy triumph over THW Kiel, showcasing their exceptional handball skills.
