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In the upcoming encounter at the Handball European Championship Women, Finland W is set to host Croatia W on April 9, 2026. The match promises to be a compelling clash, especially given both teams’ recent performances.
Finland W arrives with momentum, having won their last two matches. Their improved offensive play, characterized by sharp ball movement and effective communication, has been pivotal in securing wins. Additionally, their defensive organization has shown resilience, making it challenging for opponents to penetrate.
Conversely, Croatia W has struggled, losing both of their most recent fixtures. A lack of consistency in scoring and defensive lapses have plagued their performances, leading to a stark reliance on individual brilliance rather than cohesive teamwork.
The bookmakers reflect the current form, with odds favoring Finland W significantly at 15.67 for the home team, while Croatia W stands at a low 1.01. Predicted scores based on these odds suggest a considerable gap, estimating a final outcome of 19:29.
While Finland W looks stronger on paper, the nature of sport ensures that unexpected results can occur. Teams will be keen to secure vital points, making for an intriguing contest.
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| Finland 5.7% |
Draw 5.1% |
Croatia 89.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 19:29
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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16 | 18 | 1.01 | |
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15 | 17 | 1.01 |
Latest Results
| 08.03.26 Kosovo W handball – Finland W handball – 27:29 05.03.26 Finland W handball – Kosovo W handball – 23:21 19.10.25 Finland W handball – France W handball – 15:32 15.10.25 Croatia W handball – Finland W handball – 25:17 26.10.24 Finland W handball – Israel W handball – 18:26 |
08.03.26 France W handball – Croatia W handball – 34:14 05.03.26 Croatia W handball – France W handball – 19:30 10.12.25 Croatia W handball – China W handball – 41:22 08.12.25 Paraguay W handball – Croatia W handball – 17:30 06.12.25 Croatia W handball – Uruguay W handball – 34:25 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 15.10.25 Croatia W handball – Finland W handball – 25:17 |
Standings
Second stage
Group 1
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | France W ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 139:60 | 8 |
| 2 | Croatia W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 90:103 | 4 |
| 3 | Finland W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 84:105 | 4 |
| 4 | Kosovo W | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 82:127 | 0 |
Group 2
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Netherlands W ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 145:81 | 8 |
| 2 | Switzerland W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 115:108 | 4 |
| 3 | Italy W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 105:127 | 2 |
| 4 | Bosnia & Herzegovina W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 86:135 | 2 |
Group 3
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Germany W ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 137:80 | 8 |
| 2 | Slovenia W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 98:105 | 4 |
| 3 | North Macedonia W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 96:116 | 2 |
| 4 | Belgium W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 97:127 | 2 |
Group 4
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Montenegro W | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 121:100 | 6 |
| 2 | Faroe Islands W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 98:100 | 4 |
| 3 | Portugal W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 94:102 | 4 |
| 4 | Iceland W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 99:110 | 2 |
Group 5
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sweden W ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 130:93 | 8 |
| 2 | Serbia W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 124:112 | 4 |
| 3 | Ukraine W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 104:121 | 4 |
| 4 | Lithuania W | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 107:139 | 0 |
Group 6
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Spain W ✔ | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 136:85 | 8 |
| 2 | Austria W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 116:115 | 4 |
| 3 | Greece W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 104:116 | 4 |
| 4 | Israel W | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 104:144 | 0 |
Ranking of third-placed teams
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Portugal W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 94:102 | 4 |
| 2 | Greece W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 104:116 | 4 |
| 3 | Ukraine W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 104:121 | 4 |
| 4 | Finland W | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 84:105 | 4 |
| 5 | North Macedonia W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 96:116 | 2 |
| 6 | Italy W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 105:127 | 2 |
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