Metz Handball defeats Storhamar in Champions League

Metz Handball defeated Storhamar Håndball Elite 32-23 in an EHF Champions League Women group phase match held at OBOS Arena on September 5, 2026. The defending champions, Metz, established a 17-10 lead by halftime and maintained control in the second half with a 15-13 scoreline.

For Storhamar, the match marked a significant period of transition. The squad has seen the departure of six of the seven regular starters from the previous season. The game also featured the Champions League debut of Danish player Christina Pedersen. Despite the loss to Metz, Storhamar has maintained a strong start to their domestic season in the Norwegian REMA 1000-liga, recently securing a 26-20 away victory against Utleira.