Portugal vs Romania predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Handball European Championship, on Friday,

Portugal

Romania

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In a highly anticipated clash at the Handball European Championship, Portugal will face off against Romania on January 16, 2026. Both teams are coming off recent defeats, with Portugal having lost their last match and Romania experiencing a similar outcome. However, despite their recent form, Portugal holds the advantage in this upcoming fixture as they will play on home turf.

Portugal’s tactical strength lies in their well-rounded team with strong defensive structures and a potent attacking lineup. On the other hand, Romania will need to focus on tightening up their defense and capitalizing on counter-attacking opportunities to challenge the home side.

Bookmakers have placed Portugal as the clear favorites with odds heavily in their favor. The predicted final score reflects this sentiment, with Portugal expected to come out on top with a 34-26 victory. However, in sports, anything can happen, and Romania will undoubtedly be looking to upset the odds and secure a crucial win in this important fixture. It promises to be a thrilling showdown between the two teams, with both sides eager to showcase their talents on the European stage.

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Portugal
88.5%		 Draw
5%		 Romania
6.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 34:26

Outrights of Handball European Championship Portugal: 0.72% Romania: 0.72%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.05 16 12
MarathonBet 1.04 19 13.5
WilliamHill 1.04 19 15
Pinnacle 1.06 16.15 15.52
Best for US Customers 1.05 19 12

Latest Results

09.01.26 Portugal handball – Iran handball – 41:20
08.01.26 Portugal handball – Egypt handball – 31:31
01.11.25 Portugal handball – Egypt handball – 30:27
30.10.25 Portugal handball – Egypt handball – 28:32
11.05.25 Israel handball – Portugal handball – 33:34		 09.01.26 Hungary handball – Romania handball – 33:23
06.01.26 Italy handball – Romania handball – 35:34
11.05.25 Poland handball – Romania handball – 30:29
08.05.25 Romania handball – Portugal handball – 28:24
16.03.25 Romania handball – Israel handball – 29:26

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Portugal won 3.
  • In this match, Portugal is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 10 head-to-head matches, Portugal won 6 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 262:238. (average 26.2:23.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.05.25 Romania handball – Portugal handball – 28:24
    07.11.24 Portugal handball – Romania handball – 37:30
    13.06.19 Romania handball – Portugal handball – 19:24
    24.10.18 Portugal handball – Romania handball – 21:13
    06.01.18 Portugal handball – Romania handball – 23:26

    Standings

    Qualification

    Group 1

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Slovenia 6 6 0 0 202:164 12
    2 North Macedonia 6 3 0 3 179:166 6
    3 Lithuania 6 3 0 3 164:168 6
    4 Estonia 6 0 0 6 156:203 0

    Group 2

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Hungary 6 5 1 0 203:158 11
    2 Montenegro 6 4 1 1 188:177 9
    3 Finland 6 2 0 4 151:177 4
    4 Slovakia 6 0 0 6 165:195 0

    Group 3

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Iceland 6 6 0 0 196:143 12
    2 Georgia 6 3 0 3 151:162 6
    3 Greece 6 2 0 4 151:168 4
    4 Bosnia & Herzegovina 6 1 0 5 143:168 2

    Group 4

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Spain 6 5 0 1 196:166 10
    2 Serbia 6 4 0 2 176:159 8
    3 Italy 6 3 0 3 190:182 6
    4 Latvia 6 0 0 6 165:220 0

    Group 5

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Croatia 6 6 0 0 200:139 12
    2 Czech Republic 6 4 0 2 163:147 8
    3 Belgium 6 1 0 5 138:169 2
    4 Luxembourg 6 1 0 5 133:179 2

    Group 6

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Faroe Islands 6 4 1 1 188:169 9
    2 Netherlands 6 3 2 1 205:192 8
    3 Ukraine 6 2 0 4 194:198 4
    4 Kosovo 6 1 1 4 162:190 3

    Group 7

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Germany 6 4 2 0 204:165 10
    2 Austria 6 3 2 1 180:176 8
    3 Switzerland 6 2 2 2 188:191 6
    4 Turkey 6 0 0 6 173:213 0

    Group 8

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Portugal 6 4 1 1 200:177 9
    2 Poland 6 2 2 2 184:190 6
    3 Romania 6 2 1 3 172:174 5
    4 Israel 6 1 2 3 176:191 4

    Ranking of third-placed teams

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Romania 4 1 0 3 114:119 2
    2 Italy 4 1 0 3 114:122 2
    3 Switzerland 4 0 2 2 120:130 2
    4 Ukraine 4 1 0 3 128:142 2
    5 Lithuania 4 1 0 3 99:120 2
    6 Greece 4 1 0 3 99:122 2
    7 Finland 4 0 0 4 103:131 0
    8 Belgium 4 0 0 4 82:120 0

    Handball European Championship Outrights

    1. Denmark: 1.45 (49.55%)

    2. Sweden: 6.5 (11.05%)

    3. France W: 7 (10.26%)

    4. Norway: 15 (4.79%)

    5. Iceland: 16 (4.49%)

    6. Slovenia: 25 (2.87%)

    7. Croatia: 30 (2.39%)

    8. Germany: 35 (2.05%)

    9. Spain: 41 (1.75%)

    10. Czech Republic: 100 (0.72%)

    11. Faroe Islands: 100 (0.72%)

    12. Netherlands: 100 (0.72%)

    13. North Macedonia: 100 (0.72%)

    14. Hungary: 100 (0.72%)

    15. Serbia: 100 (0.72%)

    16. Montenegro: 100 (0.72%)

    17. Portugal: 100 (0.72%)

    18. Georgia: 100 (0.72%)

    19. Italy: 100 (0.72%)

    20. Switzerland: 100 (0.72%)

    21. Austria: 100 (0.72%)

    22. Poland: 100 (0.72%)

    23. Ukraine: 100 (0.72%)

    24. Romania: 100 (0.72%)

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