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Dramatic final: MT Melsungen fights for a draw against Erlangen!
On September 13, 2025, MT Melsungen achieved an exciting 32:32 draw against HC Erlangen in the Rothenbach Hall.
Dramatic final: MT Melsungen fights for a draw against Erlangen!
In a thrilling duel in the DAIKIN Handball Bundesliga, MT Melsungen ended the home game against HC Erlangen with a dramatic 32:32 draw on September 13, 2025. In front of 3,300 spectators in Kassel's Rothenbach Hall, both teams played an exciting game in which the hosts were often behind, but were able to save a point with a late goal. Author Florian Drosten from nh24.de reports that Melsungen's new player Sadou Ntanzi celebrated his debut and made a name for himself with several early goals.
The first half ended with a narrow 13:12 for Melsungen. After the break, however, Erlangen turned up the heat and temporarily took the lead. In this intense confrontation, Marek Nissen stood out as Erlangen's most striking player and scored a total of eight goals. The second half began for both teams with video evidence showing that a throw from Viggo Kristjansson did not hit the goal. Things got really turbulent in the last five minutes at the latest, as the lead changed back and forth.
Exciting gameplay with a happy ending for Melsungen
The spectators in the Rothenbach Hall were treated to real handball fireworks in the final phase. Florian Drosten converted a seven-meter shot to make it 29:29, and a short time later Nissen countered with another lead for Erlangen. But Melsungen stuck with it: Dainis Kristopans equalized to make it 30:30 and thus contributed to a thrilling end to the game. The final seconds were ticking down when Drosten scooped up the ball and equalized with just one second on the clock. The hall went wild as Melsungen secured a point that many saw as a half victory.
Current figures from the Handball Bundesliga show that the number of spectators remains high, which was also reflected in the atmosphere in the Rothenbach Hall. In the 2024/25 season, the league recorded a strong fan base, highlighting the enthusiasm for the sport. According to an analysis by Statista The number of spectators has increased since 2014/15 and shows the great interest in the games.
Overall, there was a positive feeling after the match day. While Melsungen took an important point and hoped for the return of injured player David Mandic, Erlangen showed a strong performance that leaves you wanting more. Both teams can live with the point and perhaps we'll see even more action in the next match.