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### Handball World Championship Preview: Bahrain vs. USA
#### Match Overview
On January 26, 2025, Bahrain will face the USA in a much-anticipated group stage match at the Handball World Championship. With Bahrain competing on home soil, this match holds significant significance for both teams in terms of their aspirations in the tournament.
#### Recent Form
**Bahrain:**
Bahrain enters this match with a recent record of 1 win out of their last 5 matches. This poor run will undoubtedly weigh on the players’ confidence as they look to perform in front of their home crowd. While Bahrain has a solid handball tradition and can be competitive, they will need to improve their consistency and execution if they hope to claim victory.
**USA:**
The USA has fared slightly better, having won 2 of their last 5 matches. This improvement in form may give the American team a psychological edge going into the game. The USA tends to have a more physical style of play, which could be a key factor in this matchup, especially against a Bahrain team that may struggle to maintain high intensity throughout.
#### Head-to-Head
While historically Bahrain and the USA do not have a vast number of encounters, it is important to note that both teams have shown flashes of brilliance against different opponents in the past. Each team’s ability to execute their game plan will be crucial in determining the outcome.
#### Key Players to Watch
– **Bahrain:**
– Look for key players such as the team’s captain or star playmaker to step up and provide leadership, particularly in challenging moments. If Bahrain can establish a solid defense and capitalize on fast breaks, they will increase their chances of a successful outing.
– **USA:**
– The USA needs to rely on strong performances from their key scorers and playmakers. Their ability to convert opportunities and maintain discipline in defense will be vital. The USA’s athleticism may provide an advantage in both offensive and defensive transitions throughout the match.
#### Betting Odds
Bookmakers have set the odds with Bahrain as the heavy favorites at 1.2 and the USA at 6.47. These odds reflect Bahrain’s home advantage and the challenge the USA faces in overcoming their recent inconsistency.
#### Conclusion
This match is poised to be an exciting contest with plenty at stake for both teams. Bahrain will look to leverage the support of their home crowd to turn around their recent form, while the USA aims to build on their slightly better results. Ultimately, the outcome will hinge on each team’s ability to perform under pressure and to execute their game plans effectively. Expectations are high for an intense and competitive showdown.
Fans of handball will not want to miss this clash at the Handball World Championship!
| Bahrain 77.7% | Draw 7.8% | USA 14.5% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.2 | 12 | 6.5 | |
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1.21 | 12 | 6.4 |
Latest Results
| 24.01.25 Japan handball – Bahrain handball – 31:27 22.01.25 Cuba handball – Bahrain handball – 26:39 19.01.25 Argentina handball – Bahrain handball – 26:25 17.01.25 Bahrain handball – Egypt handball – 24:35 15.01.25 Croatia handball – Bahrain handball – 36:22 |
24.01.25 USA handball – Cuba handball – 27:26 22.01.25 USA handball – Japan handball – 27:25 19.01.25 Brazil handball – USA handball – 31:24 17.01.25 USA handball – Norway handball – 17:33 15.01.25 Portugal handball – USA handball – 30:21 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 19.01.23 USA handball – Bahrain handball – 27:32 |
Standings
Final tournament
Group 1
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Denmark ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 150:99 | 8 |
| 2 | Germany ✔ | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 124:118 | 6 |
| 3 | Italy | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 104:116 | 4 |
| 4 | Switzerland | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 111:113 | 3 |
| 5 | Czech Republic | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 89:97 | 3 |
| 6 | Tunisia | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 98:133 | 0 |
Group 2
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | France ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 144:104 | 8 |
| 2 | Hungary | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 122:122 | 5 |
| 3 | North Macedonia | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 127:127 | 4 |
| 4 | Netherlands | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 135:140 | 4 |
| 5 | Austria | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 110:119 | 3 |
| 6 | Qatar | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 116:142 | 0 |
Group 3
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Portugal | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 133:120 | 7 |
| 2 | Brazil | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 110:104 | 6 |
| 3 | Norway | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 118:106 | 4 |
| 4 | Sweden | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 132:123 | 4 |
| 5 | Spain | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 113:111 | 3 |
| 6 | Chile | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 98:140 | 0 |
Group 4
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Croatia | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 133:96 | 6 |
| 2 | Egypt | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 117:101 | 6 |
| 3 | Iceland | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 110:95 | 6 |
| 4 | Slovenia | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 113:96 | 4 |
| 5 | Argentina | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 96:132 | 2 |
| 6 | Cape Verde | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 95:144 | 0 |
Handball World Championship Outrights
1. Denmark: 1.38 (56.12%)
2. France: 3.33 (23.29%)
3. Germany: 14.67 (5.29%)
4. Egypt: 18.33 (4.23%)
5. Portugal: 20.33 (3.82%)
6. Croatia: 25.67 (3.02%)
7. Iceland: 39 (1.99%)
8. Brazil: 69 (1.13%)
9. Hungary: 81 (0.96%)
10. Netherlands: 1250.67 (0.06%)
11. Slovenia: 1313 (0.06%)
12. North Macedonia: 2501 (0.03%)
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