Foxes Berlin continues to push hard for Kantersieg success
The 2023 Handball Bundesliga season got underway with a series of thrilling matches, showcasing the competitive spirit and skill of the participating teams.
In the first game of the season, SC Magdeburg faced off against Füchse Berlin. Despite a strong first-half performance from Berlin, with star player Gidsel scoring ten goals to lead his team to a 20:17 advantage at half-time, Magdeburg managed to secure a 33:29 victory.
Füchse Berlin's title defense campaign began at home against Bergischer HC. After Bergischer HC's goalkeeper Lasse Ludwig made an impressive 16 saves in the final phase of the game, the match was tied at 23:23 after 38 minutes. However, Berlin's Foxes stepped up their performance in the latter stages, finishing strongly to secure a 39:27 win.
Last season's runners-up, Magdeburg, started their campaign with a dominant performance, also securing a victory against the newcomers to the league, TBV Lemgo-Lippe. Magdeburg's impressive display in phases during the game was a clear indication of their strong start to the new season.
Meanwhile, MT Melsungen, who finished third in the previous season, suffered their first defeat of the season, losing 29:27 to Rhein-Neckar Löwen in their own arena. This marks the second consecutive loss to Rhein-Neckar Löwen for MT Melsungen, having also lost to them in the previous season.
Gidsel, the top scorer for Berlin's Foxes, acknowledged that everyone wants to beat Berlin's Foxes, but acknowledged that the team's performance was not perfect but still satisfying. The game was a special one for Berlin's Foxes, as it was sold out and the first game of the new season.
The newcomers to the league, Magdeburg, are off to a strong start, with their win against TBV Lemgo-Lippe. Magdeburg, the Champions League winners, are looking to build on their success and challenge for the Handball Bundesliga title this season.
As the season unfolds, it promises to be an exciting and competitive one, with teams looking to dethrone Berlin's Foxes and Magdeburg. Fans are eagerly awaiting the next round of matches to see how the teams will fare.
