Flensburg triumphs 42:24 against Leipzig – derby against Kiel is approaching!
SG Flensburg-Handewitt defeated SC DHfK Leipzig 42:24 in the Handball Bundesliga on October 4, 2025. Top player: Pytlick.

Flensburg triumphs 42:24 against Leipzig – derby against Kiel is approaching!
Five wins in a row – SG Flensburg-Handewitt can currently pat themselves on the back. The team celebrated an impressive 42:24 win against SC DHfK Leipzig on the last matchday and thus remains undefeated in the handball Bundesliga. How NDR reported that Simon Pytlick was the best pitcher of the evening with nine hits. This strong performance underlines the team's growing security, as captain Johannes Golla praised.
Flensburg started the game furiously and led 10-2 after just ten minutes. Leipzig had great difficulties in the first half, which resulted in twelve technical errors before the break. In the end, the Scandinavians were simply too strong and remained focused in the second half, further increasing the score.
Derby hit against Kiel is imminent
However, the joy of this success will not last long, because next Saturday the derby against THW Kiel awaits, which is considered an exciting duel between two top teams in the league. As Golla chimed in, everyone expects a close match. This pressure can become a real challenge, especially for players who have to perform in such an intense environment. The encounter will be broadcast live on Erste and in the live stream on sportschau.de.
The last encounter against Kiel in the northern derby ended with a 33:26 win for Flensburg, which was already the second win of the season against the “Zebras”. In these games, Golla was not only successful as captain, but also as a goalscorer, and he scored nine goals in the game against Kiel. The hall was sold out with 10,285 spectators, which is further proof of the fans' continued interest.
Viewer numbers and enthusiasm for handball
Interest in handball remains high, and the number of spectators in the 1st Handball Bundesliga shows this impressively. Loud Statista The league has steadily gained in popularity in recent years, which is not least due to the exciting games and the high performance levels of the teams.
In addition to the top sporting achievements, there is also a transition in the team: Simon Möller will succeed Kevin Möller as goalkeeper in the summer of 2026. The future of Flensburg-Handewitt remains exciting off the field too.
With these prospects and the necessary motivation, SG Flensburg-Handewitt can tackle the next challenges with confidence and continue to inspire the fans.