HSV Star Battles for Euro Handball Champs Ticket
Hamburg's HSV star Jacob Lassen (28) faces an exciting challenge - securing a spot in the European Handball Championship, happening in Germany from January 10th. This high-stakes dual takes place in the German capital, Berlin.
The Berlin Showdown
On January 8th (3 p.m.), HSV lines up against Füchse. This encounter has significant ramifications for Lassen, as it pitches him against Denmark's Mathias Gidsel (24), a powerhouse in the right backcourt. These two exceptional players compete not only on the day but also for a Euro handball ticket.
Lassen expresses genuine praise for his Danish opponent: "Gidsel is an exceptional talent in the Danish backcourt, one of the best globally and perhaps the best in the Bundesliga. But during the match, I won't think about the national team and the competition."
Coach Conundrum
Lassen's relationship with Coach Nikolaj Jacobsen (52) has seen some challenges lately. During Denmark's last world championship action, Lassen was left out of the lineup. This move leaves Lassen unsure of his prospects for a European Championship berth, acknowledging that he may not get a nod from the coach.
"I believe that I won't be selected for the national team, but I remain hopeful until the end," says Lassen. There has been no dialogue between the two. "Jacobsen is heading in a different direction, and that's unfortunate. However, we have excellent left-handed players in Denmark, so I must accept it," Lassen explains candidly.
Competitive Landscape
Gidsel, the second-best scorer in the league, isn't the only player adding pressure. Niclas Kirkeløkke (29, Rhein-Neckar Löwen) and Mads Hoxer (22, Aalborg HB) are also more favorably viewed by Nikolaj Jacobsen than Lassen.
Focus Forward
Faced with fierce competition, Lassen chooses to focus on what he can control: HSV and the Berlin clash. "Playing against the best teams and compatriots is always thrilling, particularly Mathias Gidsel. We'll need to be on our toes defensively for the entire game," Lassen muses.
"We must protect the ball efficaciously and avoid errors to thwart Berlin's counterattacks. If we succeed in that, we might surprise more than a few people."
The Hunger Driving Lassen
Lassen's passion for representing Denmark remains undiminished, and his hope to reprieve his spot in the national team motivates his performance.
In the exciting world of sports, Regio Sport Hamburg often covers local news, and today they discussed the HSV and Berlin game.[1]
Register Sport Hamburg's Casper Mortensen pointed out the significance of the match for Jacob Lassen, who seeks a place in the European Handball Championship.[2]
Stefan Kretzschmar, a renowned analyst from Regio Sport Hamburg, discussed Lassen's odds against Mathias Gidsel, a formidable player from Berlin Foxes.[2]
Lassen was left off the Danish team's last action, a decision that left him frustrated but hopeful. He remains focused on his performance with HSV and strives to contribute to their wins against Berlin.
[1] Regio Sport Hamburg
[2] www.bild.de
Looking Ahead
The highly anticipated match between HSV and Berlin will air live on both Dyn and Regio Sport Hamburg, with expert commentary from Hanning Bob and Torsten Jansen. Fans can catch live updates and insights on HSV's no-sport app, ensuring they won't miss a moment of the thrilling action.
