CSM Corona Brașov wins first leg against Chambray Touraine

CSM Corona Brașov secured a narrow 26-25 away victory against Chambray Touraine Handball in the first leg of the EHF European League third qualifying round. The Romanian team, coached by Mariana Tîrcă and Adrian Chiruţ, established a five-goal lead by halftime, leading 16-11.

In the second half, the French hosts mounted a comeback, narrowing the gap significantly. Despite the pressure, Corona Brașov maintained a one-goal advantage to finish the match. Key contributors for the Romanian side included Magda Balsam and Andreea Popa with six goals each, while Ksenia Makeeva added five goals. Goalkeeper Renata de Arruda recorded 14 saves.

The return leg is scheduled to take place in Brașov on Sunday, November 15.