Egypt dominate Nigeria to end their handball championship hopes
Egypt delivered a commanding performance against Nigeria at the African Men’s Handball Championship, eliminating the Green Arrows from semi-final contention. The defending champions controlled the match from start to finish, showcasing their superior skill and efficiency. Nigeria struggled to keep up and now face a tough road ahead in the placement matches. The result also impacts their chances for qualification to the next World Championship.
Match highlights
- Egypt defeated Nigeria 48–22 at the BK Arena in Kigali, ending Nigeria's semi-final hopes.
- The defending champions led 24–10 at half-time and maintained their dominance throughout.
- Egypt finished the group stage with three wins from three matches, 131 goals scored, and a goal difference of plus 53.
- Nigeria ended third in Group I due to an inferior goal difference, despite tying on points with Algeria and Angola.
- Nigeria will now compete in the fifth to eighth place classification matches, with their hopes for World Championship qualification still alive.
