The article discusses the expansion of the Handball Champions League from 16 to 24 teams starting in the 2026/27 season. The European Handball Federation (EHF) has announced a list of 21 teams, with three remaining spots to be decided by June 22. Among the contenders for these spots is Celje Pivovarne Laško, the reigning Slovenian league and cup champions. Other potential participants include teams from Iceland, North Macedonia, Serbia, Switzerland, and Sweden. The article notes that Celje last participated in the Champions League during the 2023/24 season but lost all 14 matches. It also clar
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about sports competition expansions and team participation without taking a stance or using biased language.
Official sources cited
- organisation Evropska rokometna zveza (EHF)
