Thrilling 31:31 Draw in 117th Handball Nordderby Between THW Kiel and SG Flensburg-Handewitt

The 117th Nordderby in the Handball-Bundesliga between THW Kiel and SG Flensburg-Handewitt ended in a dramatic 31:31 draw on September 26, 2026. The match was marked by intense rivalry and a controversial finish in front of the home crowd at Kiel. A last-second goal by Kiel was disallowed after a lengthy video review, much to the disappointment of the home team and their supporters.

Kiel's Domen Makuc was the top scorer with nine goals, while Flensburg's Aymeric Minne and Simon Pytlick scored seven each, showcasing individual brilliance on both sides. Despite an early deficit, Kiel's goalkeeper Andreas Wolff played a crucial role with important saves, and Emil Madsen contributed vital goals that helped Kiel mount a strong comeback in the second half. Flensburg had been trailing by five goals but fought back valiantly, with Marko Grgic equalizing in the final minute to secure the draw.

With both teams maintaining unbeaten records, SG Flensburg-Handewitt retains its top position in the league standings due to a superior goal difference, even though both teams share identical win-loss records. The match underscored the fierce competitiveness and significance of the Nordderby in German handball.