Ramat Hasharon eliminates Ionikos Neas Filadelfias from EHF European Cup

Ionikos Neas Filadelfias has been eliminated from the EHF European Cup men's handball competition following two defeats against Israel's Ramat Hasharon.

In the first leg held on October 24, Ramat Hasharon secured a 31-25 victory. Although Ionikos managed to keep the score close, including a 13-13 tie at halftime, the Israeli side pulled ahead in the second half to maintain control.

In the second leg played at the ‘G. Kasimatis’ arena in OAKA, Ionikos was unable to overturn the deficit. Despite a competitive first half that ended in a 13-13 draw, Ramat Hasharon increased their intensity in the second half. The visitors established a five-goal lead by the 40th minute and ultimately won the match 28-26. With two consecutive wins, Ramat Hasharon advances to the round of 32.