Flensburg-Handewitt Celebrate 13th Bundesliga Victory with Home Debut Triumph
Flensburg, Germany – SG Flensburg-Handewitt continued their impressive Bundesliga campaign with a dominant 35:30 (16:14) victory over VfL Gummersbach in front of a sold-out home crowd of 6,300 spectators. The victory marked the 13th league win of the season for the Flensburg side and solidified their position near the top of the standings.
Home Debut for New Head Coach
The match marked the home debut of newly appointed head coach Ales Pajovic, who took over the reins at Flensburg-Handewitt earlier this month. The Slovenian tactician will be tasked with continuing the club’s recent success and guiding them to more silverware this season.
Pytlick and Jakobsen Lead the Charge
Just four days after their impressive 36:31 away victory over Gummersbach in the European League, Simon Pytlick and Emil Jakobsen were once again in top form for Flensburg-Handewitt. The Danish duo led the team in scoring with eight goals each, showcasing their clinical finishing and attacking prowess.
Competitive Start by Gummersbach
Despite the eventual victory, Flensburg-Handewitt faced a competitive challenge from VfL Gummersbach, who refused to be intimidated by the home crowd. The visitors kept pace with the hosts in the opening stages, trailing by only two goals at the 16-minute mark (10:7).
Flensburg-Handewitt Seize Control
However, as the half progressed, Flensburg-Handewitt gradually began to assert their authority on the match. Pytlick’s goal in the 41st minute extended the team’s lead to four goals (24:20), marking the first time the hosts had established a significant advantage.
Lasse Möller Shines in Second Half
Lasse Möller emerged as a key player for Flensburg-Handewitt in the second half, contributing several crucial goals that helped extend the team’s lead. His strike in the 58th minute (34:30) proved to be the decisive moment, giving the hosts a comfortable cushion and virtually sealing the victory.
Buric Provides Solid Defensive Foundation
Throughout the match, Flensburg-Handewitt’s defense was anchored by the reliable Bosnian goalkeeper Benjamin Buric. The 31-year-old made a total of 13 saves, denying Gummersbach numerous scoring opportunities and frustrating their attackers.
Bundesliga Standing Update
With their latest victory, Flensburg-Handewitt now stand with an impressive 28:10 record in the Bundesliga. They remain in contention for the league title and will look to continue their winning ways in the coming weeks.
Conclusion
Flensburg-Handewitt’s home debut triumph under new coach Ales Pajovic was a resounding success, showcasing the team’s depth, attacking prowess, and defensive resilience. With key players like Pytlick, Jakobsen, and Buric in top form, the Flensburg outfit will be a formidable force in both the Bundesliga and the European League.
