Metz vs Esbjerg predictions, Feb 22, 2026

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As Metz Handball prepares to host Team Esbjerg in the EHF Champions League Women on February 22, 2026, both teams come into the match in formidable form, each winning their last five fixtures. This promising streak sets the stage for an intense encounter at Metz’s home ground.

Metz has proven to be a consistent force, leveraging its strong attacking setup and solid defensive strategies. Their recent performances reflect a well-rounded team that excels in ball control and quick transitions. The home advantage in Metz will further bolster their confidence, as they aim to capitalize on their fan support.

On the other hand, Team Esbjerg’s recent successes demonstrate their resilience and tactical versatility. They possess a strong counter-attacking game, which could pose challenges for Metz’s defense if executed correctly.

The bookmakers favor Metz with odds of 1.4 for a home win, while Esbjerg stands at 3.88 for an away victory, reflecting the current dynamics and overall analysis of both teams. With a probability model predicting a 66% chance of a home win, paired with Esbjerg’s potential for an upset, this match promises to be competitive. Ultimately, while Metz appears to be the stronger side on paper, handball is often unpredictable, making any outcome possible.

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Metz 65.8%

Draw 10%

Esbjerg 24.3%

Outrights of EHF Champions League Women Esbjerg W: 15.6% Metz W: 4.78%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.36	9	3.65
	1.41	8.9	3.83	Watch and Bet
	1.38	9.7	3.71
	1.36	9	3.6

Latest Results

15.02.26 BVB Dortmund Handball – Metz Handball – 24:33 11.02.26 Metz Handball – Toulon Saint-Cyr – 34:26 07.02.26 Metz Handball – CSM Gloria Bistrița Handball – 29:26 04.02.26 Paris 92 – Metz Handball – 24:36 28.01.26 Metz Handball – ES Besançon – 38:27

14.02.26 Team Esbjerg – Győri Audi ETO KC – 33:28 11.02.26 Team Esbjerg – EH Aalborg – 38:26 07.02.26 Storhamar Håndball Women – Team Esbjerg – 33:39 04.02.26 HOJ – Team Esbjerg – 18:36 31.01.26 Team Esbjerg – Viborg HK – 28:25

Facts

Metz is Qualified for Champions League Women (Play Offs Quarter~finals)

Esbjerg is Qualified for Champions League Women (Play Offs 1/8~finals)

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Metz won 2.

Each of the two teams have built a series of wins lately.

Esbjerg may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Metz is the team to beat.

We predict that Metz will win today’s game, with odds of 1.39.

In the last 12 head-to-head matches, Metz won 6 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 358:356. (average 29.8:29.7).

Including home matches between the teams, Metz won 3 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 124:115. (average 31:28.8).

Latest Head To Head

07.09.25 Team Esbjerg – Metz Handball – 29:30 01.06.25 Team Esbjerg – Metz Handball – 30:27 02.06.24 Team Esbjerg – Metz Handball – 37:33 04.02.24 Metz Handball – Team Esbjerg – 36:31 23.09.23 Team Esbjerg – Metz Handball – 29:27

Standings

2025/26

Group A

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Gyor W ✔	13	11	0	2	428:335	22
2	Metz W ✔	13	11	0	2	413:338	22
3	Esbjerg W ✔	13	9	1	3	436:382	19
4	Bistrita W ✔	13	7	0	6	386:405	14
5	DVSC Schaeffler W ✔	13	5	0	8	376:398	10
6	BVB Dortmund W	13	4	0	9	359:410	8
7	Storhamar W	13	3	0	10	341:371	6
8	Buducnost W	13	1	1	11	311:411	3

Group B

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Brest Bretagne W	13	10	0	3	439:389	20
2	Odense W	13	9	1	3	439:391	19
3	CSM Bucuresti W	13	9	0	4	419:378	18
4	Ferencvaros W	13	9	0	4	398:371	18
5	Ikast Handbold W	13	8	0	5	401:383	16
6	Podravka W ✔	13	3	1	9	359:412	7
7	Krim W	13	2	1	10	335:387	5
8	Sola W	13	0	1	12	332:411	1

EHF Champions League Women Outrights

1. Gyor W: 1.9 (37.77%)

2. Esbjerg W: 4.6 (15.6%)

3. CSM Bucuresti W: 8.2 (8.75%)

4. CS Gloria Bistrita W: 10.2 (7.04%)

5. Ferencvaros W: 10.2 (7.04%)

6. Odense W: 10.2 (7.04%)

7. Metz W: 15 (4.78%)

8. Brest Bretagne W: 16 (4.49%)

9. DVSC Schaeffler W: 41 (1.75%)

10. Ikast Handbold W: 50 (1.44%)

11. Buducnost W: 100 (0.72%)

12. Krim W: 100 (0.72%)

13. Podravka W: 100 (0.72%)

14. Storhamar W: 100 (0.72%)

15. Borussia Dortmund W: 100 (0.72%)

16. Sola W: 100 (0.72%)

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