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Top duel: THW Kiel welcomes the battered Rhein-Neckar Löwen!
On October 5th, 2025, THW Kiel will play against the Rhein-Neckar Löwen. The game will be broadcast live on Dyn. Don't miss the action!
Top duel: THW Kiel welcomes the battered Rhein-Neckar Löwen!
There is great excitement for today's game in the handball Bundesliga, when THW Kiel awaits the Rhein-Neckar Löwen. Kick-off is at 4:30 p.m., and fans can look forward to a live broadcast on streaming provider Dyn, which starts 15 minutes beforehand. THW Kiel, which leads the table with an impeccable record after six games, is the clear favorite. The team recently had over a week off from play, which gave them plenty of time to optimally prepare for this challenging opponent. Image reports.
The Rhein-Neckar Löwen, on the other hand, suffered a bitter defeat in the cup against Flensburg a few days ago, losing 32:38. Coach Maik Machulla was disappointed with the performance and is demanding a significant improvement from his team in order to be able to survive against Kiel. It could be particularly critical for the Lions if they suffer a third defeat this season, as that would certainly put additional pressure on the team.
Personnel changes at the Lions
The lions have changed a lot in recent times. Several key players have left the club, including defense chief Olle Forsell Schefvert for Melsungen as well as goalkeeper Mikael Appelgren and left-hander Ivan Martinovic, who both went to Veszprem. These departures certainly have an impact on the team. Machulla has been given new players, but the challenge remains to strengthen the team with the remaining national players such as Patrick Groetzki and Jannik Kohlbacher. He relies on different types of players to promote the unpredictability of the team. THW handball describes these personnel changes and the challenges that arise from them.
An interesting aspect is Machulla's view that the classic playmaker no longer exists in modern handball. This perspective could explain why the Lions are looking for new approaches to the game. In addition to defense, the attack also needs to be made faster and more efficient. Right winger Lukas Zerbe from THW Kiel has also emphasized this and the Zebras are determined to improve their defense.
A look at the league's transfers
In the season that has just begun, many teams in the handball Bundesliga have reorganized themselves. A constant update of arrivals and departures can be found so as not to lose track. Teams like Bergische HC and Frisch Auf Göppingen are also active on the transfer market. Handball World provides insights into the current transfer activities that continue to make the league exciting.
The Lions now have to put everything into the game against Kiel. A duel against the league leaders will show whether the coach's new direction and the adjustments in the team can bear fruit. The spectators can look forward to seeing how both teams present themselves and who will emerge as the winner in the end.