Egypt’s U17 Handball Team Falls Short in Morocco Final, Grabs Silver in a Heartbeat of a Match
1 November 2025
Final drama: Germany edge Egypt 44-43 after overtime
In the inaugural World Championship for under-17 handball, held in Morocco, Egypt earned a silver medal after a marathon final against Germany, losing 44-43 in overtime.
From the opening whistle, the clash was intense, with both sides trading blows as the crowd created a lively backdrop for a historic match.
Egypt's youngsters, guided by coach Emad Ibrahim, staged a strong second-half rally, with key contributions from Youssef Amro and Zain Abdul-Warith, and solid support from goalkeeper Abdel Malik Mahmoud.
At the end of regulation, the score was 37-37 after Germany scored a late equalizer, forcing overtime. In the extra periods, the German side edged ahead and sealed the title.
Egypt's silver medal crowned a memorable tournament, underscoring the program's upward trajectory and the talent pipeline for Egyptian handball.
Road to the final: milestones and rising stars
Egypt had reached the final after defeating Spain 31-28 in the semifinals, following a group-stage campaign that included wins over Brazil (35-26), the United States, and Morocco (32-20).
Officials from Egypt celebrated the performance as a team effort and a sign of a bright future for the sport, with Minister Ashraf Sobhy praising the players' spirit and the federation's work.
Among the standout players were Youssef Amro, Yasin Ramadan, and the goalkeeper Abdel Malik Mahmoud, who impressed throughout the event. The team benefited from strong backing from the Moroccan crowd.
Egypt's Handball Federation president Khaled Fathy highlighted the collective effort and the steady development of talents across age categories, as the sport continues to rise on the world stage.
Egypt’s delegation and sports officials expressed pride in the performance, noting the squad’s dedication and the continuous improvement of Egyptian handball on the global stage.
And final praise from the federation underscored that the ongoing development across age groups is laying a solid foundation for future success on the world stage.
Standout players included Youssef Amro, Yasin Ramadan, and Abdel Malik Mahmoud, who shone throughout the tournament and drew attention from clubs and fans alike.
