Shortly before the World Cup Swiss handball players concede a crushing defeat

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20.11.2025 - 21:21

Swiss women's national coach Knut Ove Joa saw little to cheer about in the second half against Germany
Swiss women's national coach Knut Ove Joa saw little to cheer about in the second half against Germany
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The Swiss women's national team suffered a severe setback in the second last test before their first World Cup participation.

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Coach Knut Ove Joa's team conceded a 17:35 defeat against Germany in St. Gallen.

The Swiss team completely collapsed in the second half; at the break they were only 12:13 behind. Daphne Gautschi scored the most goals for the hosts with four - but she also missed nine shots. The Swiss will have the opportunity to take revenge in Göppingen on Saturday. Their first opponent at the World Cup will be Iran on November 27.