Boust and deride for Hanning:
In a tense atmosphere, the handball match between SC Magdeburg and Berlin ended with a convincing 32:39 victory for the hosts. The game was marked by a series of events that caused a stir, including the double dismissal of sporting director Stefan Kretzschmar and coach Jaron Siewert just days before the match.
The absence of Siewert seemed to have an impact on Berlin's performance, as they struggled to keep pace with Magdeburg throughout the game. The visitors found themselves trailing by as many as twelve goals at one point during the match.
Despite a small comeback, Berlin's defensive play was poor, and they made a series of missed shots and passes. In contrast, Magdeburg played on a completely different level, with their strong tempo play and precise passes causing numerous problems for the Berlin defence.
Coach Nicolej Krickau experienced a forgettable debut in the game, as his team failed to capitalise on their opportunities. Mathias Gidsel, Berlin's star player, was also weak in the finish, contributing to the team's downfall.
Sergey Hernández had nine saves at halftime for SC Magdeburg, showing his class in goal. The hosts' performance was so impressive that even their own fans celebrated them as "leaders" during the game.
Meanwhile, the fans directed their anger towards club boss Bob Hanning, heavily booing him throughout the match. Hanning responded by stating, "If you bear the responsibility, you have to stand by it." The fans' chants of "Jaron Siewert" echoed through the arena during an interview with Hanning, suggesting that many believe he played a crucial role in the team's success.
Even the SCM fans mocked Hanning, shouting that "There would be nothing going on here without Jaron." The game did not resemble a duel between two top teams, with Magdeburg dominating the proceedings from start to finish.
The loss leaves Berlin in a precarious position, while Magdeburg continue to impress, sitting comfortably at the top of the Bundesliga table. The handball world will be watching with interest to see how both teams respond in their next matches.
