The Bulgarian national U17 women's handball team continues to impress at the European Championship (second division) in Kosovo. Following their success against the hosts on Monday, our girls recorded a second consecutive victory, this time against the Latvian team with a decisive 39:29 (22:12) win.
The match was entirely in favor of the Bulgarians, who had already built a solid 10-goal lead by halftime. The star of the match was Niya Tsankova, who scored an impressive 10 goals. Martina Todorova also had a strong performance with 9 goals, while Danaya Mincheva contributed with 4 accurate shots.
This victory marks a decisive step towards Bulgaria's qualification for the championship semi-finals. The team, led by coach Miglena Hristova, demonstrates an enviable level of play and cohesion, which gives hope for the future of Bulgarian handball.
Upcoming Key Match
After a rest day on Wednesday, the Bulgarian team will face Finland on Thursday at 17:45. This match will determine the first place in the group and will be crucial for our girls' further performance in the tournament.
The successes of our young handball players not only raise national pride but also highlight the importance of investing in youth sports development. Their performance on the international stage is proof of the potential of Bulgarian sports and inspires the next generation of athletes.