THW Kiel vs MT Melsungen predictions, May 31, 2026

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In an eagerly anticipated EHF European League clash, THW Kiel will host MT Melsungen at their home ground on May 31, 2026. Both teams enter the match displaying similar forms, with each side having secured three victories in their last five outings, which sets the stage for a competitive encounter.

THW Kiel, with a strong home advantage, has been adept at leveraging their tactical strengths, including an efficient offensive setup that has seen them consistently score high. Their ability to maintain pressure and utilize their skilled roster effectively has contributed to a solid winning percentage, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 1.45 for a home win.

Conversely, MT Melsungen, marked by resilience and strategic adaptability, will seek to capitalize on any defensive lapses from Kiel. Their odds of 3.4 suggest a recognition of their potential to trouble the hosts, especially given their recent successes.

Statistical models predict a 64.1% probability of a home win, with a projected final score of 31:28. However, in the unpredictable realm of handball, both teams possess the capability to influence the match’s outcome. Fans can expect an engaging contest as both sides vie for crucial points in the European league.

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Kiel 62.6%

Draw 10.7%

Melsungen 26.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 31:28

Outrights of EHF European League Kiel: 39.02% MT Melsungen: 8.16%

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Latest Results

30.05.26 Montpellier HB – THW Kiel – 28:29 24.05.26 Bergischer HC 06 – THW Kiel – 23:32 10.05.26 THW Kiel – Füchse Berlin – 28:35 05.05.26 THW Kiel – RK Nexe – 34:29 penalties 02.05.26 HSG Wetzlar – THW Kiel – 33:25

30.05.26 MT Melsungen – SG Flensburg-Handewitt – 37:30 21.05.26 SC DHfK Leipzig Handball – MT Melsungen – 27:33 09.05.26 MT Melsungen – Eisenach Handball – 37:34 05.05.26 FC Porto Handball – MT Melsungen – 23:19 01.05.26 Rhein-Neckar Löwen – MT Melsungen – 30:22

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kiel won 3.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

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

In this match, Kiel is the team to beat.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Kiel won 14 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 585:509. (average 29.3:25.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Kiel won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 368:307. (average 30.7:25.6).

Latest Head To Head

27.03.26 MT Melsungen – THW Kiel – 30:29 18.10.25 THW Kiel – MT Melsungen – 31:29 25.05.25 THW Kiel – MT Melsungen – 37:31 13.04.25 THW Kiel – MT Melsungen – 28:23 29.03.25 MT Melsungen – THW Kiel – 27:22

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

1/8-finals

1	Vardar 1961	Bye
2	Montpellier	Elverum	31 : 35, 36 : 24
3	Kiel	Bye
4	Kristianstad	Nexe	27 : 32, 34 : 36
5	Porto	Bye
6	Fredericia	MT Melsungen	26 : 35, 35 : 29
7	Hannover-Burgdorf	Bye
8	Skanderborg AGF	Flensburg-H.	33 : 33, 32 : 38

Quarter-finals

1	Vardar 1961	Montpellier	27 : 24, 23 : 33
2	Kiel	Nexe	34 : 29, 30 : 33
3	Porto	MT Melsungen	23 : 19, 23 : 28
4	Hannover-Burgdorf	Flensburg-H.	35 : 43, 39 : 39

Semi-finals

1	Montpellier	Kiel	28 : 29
2	MT Melsungen	Flensburg-H.	37 : 30

Final

1

Kiel

MT Melsungen

3rd place

2

Montpellier

Flensburg-H.

EHF European League Outrights

1. Flensburg-H.: 2.3 (39.02%)

2. Kiel: 2.3 (39.02%)

3. Montpellier: 6.5 (13.81%)

4. MT Melsungen: 11 (8.16%)

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