Egypt came close to winning the first-ever IHF Men’s U17 World Championship final but were edged out by Germany 44–43 in extra time after an intense match.
At halftime, Egypt trailed Germany 18–17, but they rallied to lead 25–21 in the second half. Germany fought back, leveling the score at 37–37 with a last-second goal to force extra time.
“Despite another clutch strike from Youssef Amr at the end of the first extra period, Germany maintained a narrow lead and ultimately sealed the title with a 44–43 win.”
Egypt showed a strong performance throughout the tournament, topping their group with notable victories over Brazil and the USA. They continued their impressive form by defeating Spain 31–28 in the semi-finals.
Egypt’s near victory in the final marks a remarkable debut in the U17 World Championship, signaling a bright future for their youth handball program.
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