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Handball – European Handball Championship 2026 (GROUP D)
16. January 2026. 18:00h
Slovenia vs Montenegro
Unity Arena, Fornebu, NO
2026
16
January
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The meeting that opens the rhythm of Group D at EHF EURO 2026

Slovenia and Montenegro open their performance at the Handball - European Men's Handball Championship 2026 in a duel played as part of Round 0 of the 2026 season, and the slot is 16.01.2026 at 18:00 local time in Norway. The host is Unity Arena in Fornebu, at the address John Strandruds Vei 16, a location that has become even more recognizable under a new name in the last year, but with the same reputation as a large hall for top sports events. In a group where every point is crucial, the first match often shapes the psychology of the entire cycle, especially when played in front of full stands and with increased interest from fans from the region and beyond. Because of this, it is already felt that tickets for this event will be in demand, as it is a meeting that practically immediately tests ambitions and squad depth. If you are planning a trip, it is good to coordinate your arrival with an earlier purchase of tickets, because in such time slots ticket sales usually grow rapidly as the match day approaches.

The bigger picture of the tournament and why Oslo/Baerum is an important stop

Men’s EHF EURO 2026 is played from January 15 to February 1, 2026 in three countries, Denmark, Norway and Sweden, with four host cities, whereby Oslo/Baerum carries special weight because it gathers as many as two preliminary groups. Unity Arena is scheduled as the Norwegian hub of the preliminary phase, with a schedule of matches in the period from January 15 to 20, which means that in a short time several evenings of top handball are lined up in the same place. Precisely this “festival” atmosphere is what often increases the demand for tickets, because fans combine multiple matches in the same trip and chase the experience of a hall that can accommodate a large number of spectators. For the audience, this also has practical value: it is easier to plan accommodation, transport and content in the city when you know that multiple matches are played in the same period, and in this context it is useful to already check accommodation near the venue in order to avoid more expensive and limited offers at the last minute. As the tournament approaches, the hall and the city context will often be the “trigger” because of which people secure tickets earlier, not only because of the sport but also because of the overall experience of the trip.

Group D: the mathematics of points and a schedule that does not forgive

The duel Slovenia vs Montenegro is in Group D, and the schedule itself clearly shows that no one has the luxury of a slow entry into the tournament, because a series of matches in short intervals starts immediately. After this meeting, Slovenia plays in the same group against Switzerland and against Faroe Islands, which means that in a few days it can practically be decided who grabs the best position for the continuation of the competition. In such a structure, the match in Round 0 often becomes a reference point for all later scenarios: the winner gets both points and a calmer preparation for the next challenges, while the loser enters the pressure of “must” against the next opponents. For fans, this is an additional argument why it pays to buy tickets on time, because very often an extra ticket is sought precisely on the first evening in the group, and the atmosphere can be the most intense due to the initial charge and the feeling that “everything is possible”. Whoever plans to follow Group D live will realistically think about packages and dates, but in any case, the simplest thing is to secure your tickets via the button below, because that way you remain flexible without chasing the last options.
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Slovenia: identity of play, continuity and ambition to attack the top

Slovenia in the last cycles acts as a national team with a clear identity, a combination of fast transition, organized play in set attack and recognizable aggressiveness in defense when they feel the momentum. On the EHF four-year national ranking list, Slovenia is ranked 11th in the edition of February 3, 2025, which roughly confirms that it is about the European upper middle class that regularly competes for the finals of major competitions. Their recent path is additionally a good signal: at EHF EURO 2024 they finished sixth, with wins in the preliminary group that showed the width of the squad and the ability to resolve matches in tight finishes. In the Olympic year 2024 they were very close to a medal, which further raised expectations and the perception of this team as a squad that is not satisfied with a “good performance” but seeks a step forward. If such a narrative is transferred to January 2026, it is not strange that tickets for this event are viewed as an investment in an evening of top handball, because a high tempo and a lot of one-on-one situations that the audience especially loves are expected.

Key players and tactical points that shape Slovenia

Slovenia traditionally has a strong “back court”, and in recent announcements and analyses names like Jure Dolenec, Dean Bombac, Miha Zarabec, Aleks Vlah and winger scorer Gasper Marguc are often highlighted, which gives a picture of a team that can threaten both through outside shooting and through smart playmaking. Precisely this combination of experience and youth allows the rhythm not to drop even in moments of rotation, which is often the difference between passing and elimination in tournaments with a tight schedule. In the match against Montenegro, this can be manifested through quick changes of direction in attack and an attempt to extract as many exclusions and seven-meter throws as possible against a physically strong opponent. Slovenia is capable of raising the defense high, but also falling into a compact block when they want to force the opponent to shoot from outside, so the duel in the middle will be one of the “quieter” stories of the match that spectators notice only when misses or stolen balls start to pile up. If you want to experience that chess part of handball live, buy tickets and plan your arrival earlier, because precisely such meetings are ideal for an audience that wants to see both emotion and tactical finesse in the same evening.

Montenegro: toughness, emotion and the search for a stable result

Montenegro is a national team that often builds a match through firm contact, strong duels and emphasized energy, and this in a large hall like Unity Arena can look even more impressive because every block and every “stop” of the defense is felt through the reaction of the stands. On the same EHF four-year ranking list from February 3, 2025, Montenegro is in 14th place, which says that they are close to the circle of national teams that regularly catch major competitions and seek an opportunity for a bigger step forward. In the qualification cycle for EHF EURO 2026, it was seen that they can play evenly even with stronger opponents, but also that a few details can cost them, which is typical for teams that are in the stabilization phase. Additionally, the fact that they did not win an appearance at the 2025 World Championship after the playoffs against Italy reminds that the margin is thin and that every major tournament is an opportunity for a “reset” and building continuity. That is precisely why this meeting against Slovenia in Round 0 is not just one match, but a test of character and ability to play under pressure from day one, and such duels naturally raise the demand for tickets because the audience feels that they are watching a moment in which the entire group can be broken.
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Players to watch out for and what Montenegro can seek against Slovenia

In the profile of the national team, Miloš Božović is often singled out as a strong left back with a precise shot and Branko Vujovic who was among the best scorers of the team in the qualifications for EHF EURO 2024, and these are types of players who can “ignite” a match with a series of goals in a short time. When such a back finds a rhythm, the opponent must either raise the block or risk changes in defense, and this opens space for the wings and the line, so Montenegro can get width in attack even when things are not going ideally in organization. Against Slovenia, it is realistic to expect that Montenegro will try to slow down the match and force Slovenia into more “six on six” attacks, because that gives them greater control and reduces the number of easy goals from counterattacks. The key will be discipline, because every exclusion in a hall with a large number of spectators becomes a double problem: you lose a player and get a wave of noise that feeds the opponent. If exactly such a match of nerves attracts you, where every defense turns into a mini-triumph, ticket sales for this event logically become an important item of planning, because such meetings often remain in memory even when the result goes one way or the other.

Mutual context: memories that feed rivalry and realistic lessons from recent clashes

Although it is not a “classic rivalry” in the sense of a long series of duels on the biggest stages, Slovenia and Montenegro already have enough mutual contact points to anticipate the style of clash that repeats itself. One of the important recent reference results is their skirmish at the 2023 World Championship, when Slovenia celebrated 31:23, which is a match that showed how crucial the width of rotation and transition can be. On the other hand, there are also examples in which Montenegro knew how to “steal” a match in a tight finish on the European stage, which is a warning that Slovenia must not enter the match with a sense of control before they really pull away. Precisely this mix of experiences makes the meeting in Round 0 interesting, because both national teams can enter the locker room with realistic arguments why exactly they have a path to victory. For the audience, this is an ideal recipe, because you don't just get a clash of names, but also a match in which styles are sufficiently different that changes in result happen in series, and such evenings often push people to secure tickets earlier, especially when they want to choose better seats and have the full experience of the atmosphere.

Unity Arena: big hall, big noise and details that make the difference

Unity Arena in Fornebu is a hall whose capacity climbs to about 15,000 spectators in sports mode, so the size itself suggests that EHF EURO 2026 matches here will have the impression of a “big event”, even when it comes to the preliminary phase. In the recent period, the hall was rebranded from its former name, but it retained the status of one of the largest Norwegian indoor locations for sports and entertainment, which means that organizational standards and infrastructure follow the requirements of major competitions. For handball, such a space is interesting because the game is transmitted in a different way: a wider view, a clearer sense of tactical layout and a stronger experience of sound when the hall fills up. When a match that can decide the direction of the group is played in such an ambience, tickets become more than an “entry”, they become part of the experience, because the difference between watching and being in the hall becomes huge. If you are coming from outside Oslo, it makes sense to combine travel planning with an earlier purchase of tickets and a review of options like accommodation offers in the host city, because in the week of the championship demand naturally grows both in hotels and in private accommodation.
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Fornebu and city context: how to combine a match and a mini-trip

Fornebu is part of the wider Bærum area, immediately next to Oslo, and precisely this “metropolitan edge” is often an advantage for fans because it allows combining the city offer with a quick arrival to the hall. Oslo in January offers a special atmosphere, and a large number of visitors to the championship usually plan the day so as to combine a walk, museums or dinner with going to handball, so tickets in that case are not only a sports plan but also part of the itinerary. The hall is large enough to attract neutral spectators as well, and when a time slot that is suitable for travelers coincides with that, interest additionally grows and that is why it is advised that tickets be taken earlier to avoid improvisation. On such days it is common that accommodation is also sought in a practical location, so it is not bad to look at accommodation for fans on the match day in advance and coordinate it with transport to the hall. When you arrange all that, all that is left is to arrive on time, enter the atmosphere and experience how the large hall “breathes” in the rhythm of every defense and every goal.

Arrival at Unity Arena: public transport, walking and smart timing

Organizers and local information strongly recommend public transport, and the key point for arrival is Lysaker station, a traffic hub for trains and buses, from which there is approximately a 15 to 20 minute walk to Unity Arena. This is a practical solution both for visitors coming from the center of Oslo and for those landing at the airport, because Lysaker is also connected by lines that serve as a fast link to the city. For bus options towards the Fornebu area and stops near the hall, several lines are mentioned, including 24, 28, 31, 707 and 733, so routing for a specific departure is easiest done according to the current timetable. On days of big events, crowds can form both on approaches and at entrances, so arriving earlier is not only a recommendation but also a way to enter calmly, find your seat and feel the introductory atmosphere before the opening whistle. When you combine that with the fact that tickets will be in demand, it is logical to plan a package: purchase of tickets on time, earlier arrival and clean logistics, so that the focus remains on the match, and not on the stress around entering and finding seats.

Parking and practical little things that save nerves before the match

If you are still coming by car, one should count on the possibility of congestion when entering and exiting the Fornebu area, so it is important to time the arrival with enough reserve, especially because a larger number of spectators moves at the same time. Visitor information states that there are parking spaces opposite the hall and additional options in garages and zones like Fornebuporten and IT Fornebu, with following signs for paid parking. It sounds simple on paper, but in practice time is precisely the biggest factor: if you arrive late, not even the nearest parking lot will save you because entering the hall and finding the sector can take time. That is why tickets and logistics should be observed together, because it makes no sense to have an excellent ticket if you are running to the entrance for the last ten minutes and skipping part of the match. Furthermore, January in Norway means colder conditions, so it pays to have a plan for layered clothing and quick entry, especially if you are coming from accommodation that is not right next to the hall, and in that case it again helps to book accommodation near Unity Arena in a timely manner to shorten movement on the match day. When those little things are solved, everything else is pure sport and an evening in which cheering naturally “ignites” as soon as the first rush starts.
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Tickets as a key to experience: when is it best to react and what you get in the hall

With matches like Slovenia vs Montenegro, where a fight for points is expected from the first round, tickets are not just a formality but also a way to ensure the quality of the experience, especially if you aim for better visibility or want to be in the sector where cheering is loudest. A large hall means that there are different perspectives, from lower stands where you feel speed and contact, to higher positions where the defense layout, wing movement and chess logic of the attack are better seen. That is precisely why ticket purchase pays off to be done earlier, while the choice of seats is wider, because later often only scattered options remain which are not ideal for a group of friends or family. If you want to make the most of the evening, think about arriving earlier due to the atmosphere, warm-up and ceremonial part which is often special at major championships, and all that makes sense only if you have already solved the ticket without nervousness. Ticket sales are available, and the fastest way is to buy tickets via the button below and thus immediately secure your place.

What to watch on the court: mini-duels that can decide the match

In such a meeting, “small” duels usually decide, for example how Slovenia will defend the shot from outside and whether Montenegro will succeed in forcing the defense to contract, thereby opening space on the wings. Equally important is transition, because Slovenia likes to speed up after defense, while Montenegro often seeks rhythm control, so the match will swing depending on who imposes the tempo. Goalkeepers in such scenarios are often hidden heroes, because two or three big saves in a row can break the energy of the hall and force the opponent into nervousness in shot selection. Discipline in exclusions will be one of the foundations, because with a player less in a large hall everything looks faster and harder, and every mistake gets additional weight due to the audience reaction. For the spectator, this means an evening full of “micro-stories” within one match, from coaching moves to series of goals, and that is precisely why it is a pity to remain without a ticket and follow everything from a distance when it can be experienced live, from the stands, where every impact of the ball and every agreement in defense is heard. If such intensity attracts you, do yourself a favor and solve the tickets on time, so you come to the hall ready only for cheering.

Sources:
- eurohandball.com (EHF) – schedule and details of Group D match (location, slot) and official tournament pages
- eurohandball.com (EHF) – guide through halls and host cities of Men’s EHF EURO 2026 (published 18.12.2025)
- unityarena.no – information about EHF EURO 2026 in Unity Arena and arrival instructions (Lysaker, public transport, parking)
- unityarena.no – announcement about the change of hall name and capacity (sports and concerts)
- ihf.info – profile and summary of Slovenia's performances at major competitions and data on results and context
- ehfeuro.eurohandball.com – national team profiles and prominent players (Slovenia, Montenegro)
- eurohandball.com – EHF MEN'S 4-YEAR NATIONAL TEAM RANKING (03.02.2025) for current ranking of Slovenia and Montenegro
- reuters.com – report from the 2024 Olympic Games (ranking and bronze match relevant for Slovenia)

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