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Handball – European Handball Championship 2026 (GROUP II)
25. January 2026. 18:00h
Slovenia vs Hungary
Malmö Arena, Malmo, SE
2026
25
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)

Tickets for Slovenia vs Hungary, EHF EURO 2026: ticket sales for the handball match at Malmö Arena in Malmö

Looking for tickets for Slovenia vs Hungary at the EHF EURO 2026? Here you can check availability and buy tickets for the handball clash at Malmö Arena in Hyllie, with practical tips on getting there, entry timing, and where the atmosphere builds fastest. Tip-off is 18:00, so arrive early. Don’t miss warm-ups

Spectacle in Malmö Arena: Slovenia against Hungary

A handball evening in Malmö Arena brings a duel that is already attracting the attention of fans because Slovenia and Hungary are meeting on the same court, two national teams that have shown in the current part of the tournament that they know how to play even under pressure. The match of the European Men's Handball Championship 2026 is played in an ambience created for big events, and Malmö and the Hyllie district are living these days in the rhythm of the arena, trains, and columns of fans. In such a setting, ticket sales usually go fast, especially when points are at stake, and the playing styles are different enough to promise a tactical fight from the first minute. Whoever wants to be part of the atmosphere from up close, it is worth thinking ahead because interest grows as the start of the match approaches and as the picture of the form carriers is formed. Secure your tickets immediately and click the button

below, because tickets for such matches tend to disappear faster than expected.


Competitive context and the importance of points

This match is part of the European Men's Handball Championship 2026, marked as round 0 of the 2026 season, and comes at a stage where every mistake has a higher price than at the very beginning of the competition. In the tournament format, it is common for points from mutual duels of national teams that have passed through to be carried over to the next phase, so the value of one goal or one save is often measured double, not only for the daily result but also for the overall standing. Slovenia and Hungary arrive in Malmö with a clear goal: to stay in the game for the best possible position and control the opponent's rhythm before the momentum of the audience and the bench develops. That is why both coaches and players will emphasize discipline, the number of technical errors, and returning to defense, because these are the details that decide in such matches. Precisely because of this density of stakes, tickets for this event become a sought-after commodity, because fans in Malmö expect a match played on the edge, but with clear tactical logic and many recognizable faces on the floor.

Slovenia comes with a winning streak and high efficiency

The Slovenian national team has shown in previous performances that it can win even when the match goes into extreme numbers, but also when patience is required in the finish, which gives it a psychological advantage before the duel with Hungary. In the group, it opened the competition with a victory against Montenegro 41:40, in a match with a large number of goals and emphasized attacking series, where every possession was on the border of being decisive. It continued with an important triumph against Switzerland 38:35, and then confirmed the passage with a victory over the Faroe Islands 30:27, thereby rounding off a performance that suggests stability and breadth of solutions. Such a series of results naturally raises the interest of the audience and fans who love national teams with a brave attack and fast transition, so ticket purchases often intensify when the team enters the competition phase with a winning "momentum". At the same time, that streak carries the burden of expectations, because in the main part of the tournament, every team gets a more detailed scouting preparation, and opponents strictly target weaknesses that might not have been seen in the first three performances.

Makuc, Novak, and Janc as the backbone of the attack

Slovenia has relied on fast ball exchange and the ability of the back line to change shooting angles in its matches, and names that have been synonymous with attacking production for years stand out in the scorers' lists. In the victory over Montenegro, Domen Makuc and Borut Mačkovšek were among the most efficient, and the contribution of Blaž Janc and Jure Dolenec through tempo and realization from the wing and semi-counters is also visible, while in the match against Switzerland, Slovenia again showed that it can score in series when it recognizes a drop in the opponent's concentration. A special story ahead of Hungary brings a disciplinary decision due to which Matic Suholežnik will not have the right to play in the next two matches, including the duel against Hungary, which can affect defensive firmness and rotation on the line. Such an absence does not necessarily change the Slovenian idea of the game, but it often changes the quality of contact and the number of fouls that the team "eats" in the 6 on 6 defense, and precisely there Hungary seeks its opportunities through a strong pivot and attacks on the middle. Because of this, the atmosphere in Malmö Arena will get an additional dimension: fans love to feel when a team has to improvise and compensate for an important link, and that is another reason why tickets for this match are sought after and why many want to be inside exactly when such details are being resolved.

Hungary between solid defense and goalkeeping series

Hungary reached the main part of the competition through results that show a clear structure and emphasis on defense, but also the ability to raise efficiency at the right moment when the match is breaking. In the group, it celebrated against Poland 29:21, where it controlled the rhythm and on several occasions "stifled" the opponent's comeback attempts, and then it defeated Italy 32:26 and thereby confirmed passage further. In that victory against Italy, Bence Imre stood out in particular with nine goals, while goalkeepers Kristóf Palasics and László Bartucz had a period in which they turned the energy of the match in Hungary's favor with a series of saves. Such a team profile is often tricky against attacking playful national teams like Slovenia, because Hungary likes to "close" the middle, slow down the ball transfer, and force the opponent to shoot from outside the desired zones. When such a style is combined with stands that know how to recognize defensive details and goalkeeper saves, interest in tickets also grows, because fans do not come only to watch goals but also "chess" in defense, and Malmö Arena is known for rewarding such moments just as loudly as attractive goals.

Duel with Iceland as a mirror of pressure

The final test in the group for Hungary was the clash with Iceland, in which it was defeated 23:24 after 60 minutes of high intensity, which is a match that best shows how Hungary deals with pressure and tight finishes. The key image of that duel was the battle of defenses and goalkeepers, and Icelandic goalkeeper Viktor Hallgrímsson finished with 18 saves, which was decisive in moments when Hungary was looking for a goal for a turnaround or a draw. In such matches, tactical details like technical errors at the worst moment, suspensions, and distribution of responsibility in the last five minutes come to the surface, and these are precisely the elements that will be under a magnifying glass against Slovenia too. Hungary showed even in defeat that it can stay in the match until the very end, but also that against a top goalkeeper, one must have an additional solution from the second plan, either through the pivot or through a shot from outside after a longer attack. For fans, this means that in Malmö they will watch a team that knows how to play "on the edge" and that does not fall apart when the result goes to a one-possession difference, so it is not strange that tickets for this match are attractive even to neutral handball lovers who want to feel real tournament nervousness.

Mutual clash of styles: Slovenia's speed against Hungarian structure

The duel between Slovenia and Hungary often comes down to the question of who will impose the rhythm, because Slovenia loves matches with more possessions, faster ball extraction, and constant threats through crossings, while Hungary seeks control through set play and firmness in contact. The Slovenians will try to speed up the transition after defense and open space on the wings, and when that succeeds, the match gets "waves" in which the result changes in short series, which is ideal for the audience and atmosphere. The Hungarians, on the other hand, will try to lower the number of possessions, choose shots, and draw suspensions through attacks on the line, because that reduces the Slovenian possibility for running and semi-counters. In that tactical outwitting, an important factor will also be the width of the bench: matches in a row require rotation, and every absence or limitation of minutes of a defensive player can change the plan, especially when it comes to a duel in which contacts are strong and the tempo does not relent. Fans who are thinking about buying tickets often want exactly these kinds of matches, because in them "handball character" is seen and it is recognized who has plan B when plan A is stopped, and that is the reason why ticket sales in such terms are often more intense.

Malmö Arena and Hyllie: the stage for a big handball evening

Malmö Arena, at the address Hyllie Stationsväg 2, Malmö, is one of the most famous arenas in Sweden when it comes to major sports and concert events, and for handball matches, it provides a combination of proximity of the stands and acoustics that amplifies every wave of cheering. The hall was opened in November 2008 and a capacity of about 12,000 spectators is often cited, which in a handball context means that the energy from the stands spills directly onto the court, especially when the match breaks in the last ten minutes. The location in the Hyllie district additionally facilitates logistics because the arena is in the immediate vicinity of the train station, which reduces pressure on road traffic and makes arrival more practical for both local spectators and visiting fans. In such an environment, tickets become more than just entry into the hall: they are a ticket to a city event, to an evening when Hyllie turns into a fan zone, and Malmö gets an international rhythm. Tickets for this match are disappearing fast, so buy tickets on time and click the button below to secure your place in the stands.

Arrival and practical information for visitors

For fans planning their arrival, Hyllie is a practical starting point because it is connected by trains and local transport, and the proximity of the station often means a shorter time from exiting the train to the entrance to the arena, which is important when one wants to avoid the crowd immediately before the start. It pays to arrive earlier to get through the entrance check without haste, find a seat, and experience the warm-up atmosphere, because in such matches even the presentation of the teams can be part of the experience. In handball evenings with great audience interest, queues most often form in waves, so it is good practice to plan arrival with a time reserve, especially if you are coming from other city districts or from the airport. Malmö is used to guests during major sports events, but the number of people around the arena can be impressive, so it is recommended to move on foot directly from the station towards the hall and follow the signage. Precisely here tickets play a key role in planning too: when you have a secured ticket, it is easier to coordinate transport and arrival time, and buying tickets via the button below is often the first step for the entire outing to pass without stress.

Atmosphere and fan interest: why this match is "on the radar"

Tournament matches in Scandinavia as a rule have a special atmosphere because the audience reacts to every detail, from one-on-one defense to penalty saves, and Malmö Arena additionally amplifies the sound due to its construction and layout of the stands. When national teams that play with different rhythms meet in the same match, the stands often "choose sides" depending on the moment, so it can happen that neutral spectators applaud the Hungarian defense in one minute, and already in the next chant after a Slovenian counter. Such dynamics raise the value of tickets because you do not get only the result, but also the experience of a great handball show in which emotions change from attack to attack. Fan interest additionally grows when tournament consequences are included in the story, so every goal gets a weight that is felt both on the floor and in the stands. Buy tickets via the button below and be part of an evening in which handball is experienced to the fullest, because such matches look best live.

What to expect on the court when the referee signals the start

The match Slovenia against Hungary could develop in several scenarios, but common to them is that the first quarter of the match will be key for controlling the rhythm and self-confidence in the finish. If Slovenia imposes a fast transition early and finds a series of goals from outside, Hungary will likely respond with a patient attack on the line and an attempt to slow down the match through contact, which is often an introduction to a duel in which the result breaks on one or two goalkeeper saves. If Hungary manages to "lock" the middle and force the Slovenians into harder shots, then the importance of wing realization and penalties will increase, and every missed ball can return as a fast counter from the other side. Slovenia, on the other hand, has a habit of playing in series, so even when it seems that the opponent has taken control, it can turn the match around through a few fast realizations and a more aggressive exit on outside shooters. All this makes the duel ideal for the audience, and for those who want to be part of that tension directly from the stands, tickets are practically the only way to experience how quickly the energy in the hall changes when the result goes to a one-possession difference, so secure your tickets and follow the button

below.Sources:
- history.eurohandball.com, Match Details for Slovenia: group results and schedule with the match Slovenia vs Hungary
- history.eurohandball.com, Match Details for Hungary: group results and schedule with the match Slovenia vs Hungary
- ehfeuro.eurohandball.com, report on Hungary's victory against Italy 32:26 and key statistical highlights
- ehfeuro.eurohandball.com, report Iceland against Hungary 24:23 and statistics of goalkeepers and scorers
- ehfeuro.eurohandball.com, disciplinary decision on suspension of Matic Suholežnik and matches to which it applies
- malmoarena.com, description of the Malmö Arena hall, capacity and location in Hyllie
- malmo.se, city guide for Malmö as a tournament host and context of holding matches in Malmö Arena

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