Handball World Cup Upset: Faroe Islands Stun Spain in Thrilling Finish
Trier, Germany – In a stunning upset at the Women’s Handball World Cup, the Faroe Islands defeated Spain 27-26 in a dramatic match decided in the closing seconds. the victory marks a historic moment for the Faroese national team and sends shockwaves through the tournament.
The Faroe Islands battled back from a first-half deficit, where Spain led 14-11 at the break, to secure a remarkable win. Despite Spain holding a 24-22 lead late in the game,the Faroese team demonstrated composure,scoring five of the final six goals to clinch the victory and sparking jubilant celebrations on the court in Trier,where Norway is also competing in the WC.
The Faroese were led by Pernille Brandenborg, who scored seven goals from seven attempts, including two penalties. Goalkeeper Rakul Wardum delivered a standout performance with 15 saves (39 percent). Spain’s Danila So Delgado was the top scorer for her team with seven goals, requiring 14 finishes to achieve the tally.
This result is particularly significant as it demonstrates the growing competitiveness of handball nations outside of the traditional powerhouses. The win places the Faroe Islands in a strong position within their group,while Spain will need to regroup after this unexpected setback.
Elsewhere in the tournament on Friday, Germany, Serbia, and Montenegro maintained perfect records after two games. Serbia narrowly defeated Iceland by a single goal.The Netherlands, Austria, France, and Poland also secured wins against teams from other continents.
