The handball players of Industria Kielce defeated the Hungarian One Veszprem HC 36:35 in the 11th round of the Champions League. The match at Hala Legionów kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final seconds, with the hosts' success decided by the risky yet effective tactics of coach Talant Dujshebaev. The victory brings the Polish runners-up closer to the knockout stage, marking a breakthrough after a long break in the competition caused by the European Championships.

Last-gasp victory

Industria defeated Veszprem 36:35 with a goal scored in the final minute while playing with a withdrawn goalkeeper.

Difficult squad situation

Coach Talant Dujshebaev could not count on Piotr Jędraszczyk, but Piotr Jarosiewicz returned to play.

Crucial match for Wisła Płock

The Polish champions from Płock will face Eurofarm Pelister away in the fight for the knockout stage.

The return to competition in the Champions League proved extremely successful for Industria Kielce. Despite squad shortages due to injuries to Piotr Jędraszczyk and Łukasz Rogulski, the Kielce team imposed a high tempo on their rivals from the start. The match began with effective attacks from Daniel Dujshebaev, allowing the hosts to take a 6:2 lead within the first ten minutes. The Hungarian team One Veszprem HC tried to salvage the situation by employing a goalkeeper withdrawal maneuver, which allowed them to reduce the deficit and go into halftime with a 19:17 lead. The Kielce-Hungarian rivalry has a rich history, dating back to the memorable 2016 Champions League final, when the Kielce team overcame a nine-goal deficit and won in a penalty shootout.The second half of the clash was a display of determination from both sides. Although the Kielce team regained the initiative, they couldn't build a safe lead. With less than a minute left on the clock, the scoreboard showed a tie at 35:35, and Talant Dujshebaev's team was playing shorthanded. At this critical moment, the coach decided on an all-or-nothing maneuver, withdrawing the goalkeeper and introducing an extra field player. This decision proved crucial, as Industria managed to score the winning goal, setting the final score at 36:35. Thanks to this fifth victory of the season, the Polish team significantly strengthened its position in Group A. Meanwhile, in Group B, Orlen Wisła Płock is preparing for battle. Nafciarze have traveled to North Macedonia for a match against Eurofarm Pelister. For the charges of Xavi Sabate, this is a key moment in the season, as a potential victory in Bitola would allow them to solidify their position in the middle of the table ahead of decisive clashes for advancement to the knockout stage. Results of the 11th round of the Handball Champions League: Industria Kielce 36:35 One Veszprem HC36:35 — final score of the match in Kielce

Mentioned People

  • Tałant Dujszebajew — Coach of Industria Kielce, architect of the victory in the 11th round of the Champions League.
  • Daniel Dujshebaev — Playmaker for Industria Kielce, a key player in the initial phase of the match.
  • Xavi Sabate — Coach of Orlen Wisła Płock, preparing the team for the match in Bitola.