Czechia Wins the U15 European Korfball Cup 2026 in Wrocław

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The Polish city of Wrocław hosted the U15 European Korfball Cup 2026 from July 3 to 5, at the Academy of Physical Education (AWF). Organized by the Polish Korfball Association under the patronage of the International Korfball Federation (IKF), the event brought together 12 teams from eight countries for exciting competitions in both Korfball 8 (K8) and Korfball 4 (K4) formats.

This youth tournament provided a key platform for Europe’s emerging korfball talents to gain international experience. Teams competed fiercely over three days, showcasing skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a mixed-gender sport that emphasizes fair play and coordination.

Photo by Marco Spelten

Photo by Marco Spelten

The main K8 event featured strong group-stage performances followed by knockout rounds. Key participants included multiple entries from the Netherlands (RTC De Wouden, RTC Randmeren, RTC Amsterdam), England (two teams), Czech Republic (two teams), Germany, Poland, Hungary, Portugal, and Slovakia.

All matches were live streamed on youtube.com/@PZKorf/streams

Final K8 Ranking & Results

Czech Republic 1 triumphed in the K8 final against hosts Poland (9:5), capping off an impressive tournament. Poland delivered a strong performance as hosts, securing silver and demonstrating significant progress. The Netherlands RTC de Wouden club ended 3rd.

Notable group-stage results included dominant wins by Czech Republic 1 and competitive matches across all groups, with several games going to golden goals.

Photos by Marco Spelten

K8 results: korfball.pl/u15-european-cup-2026-wroclaw

Friday, 3 July – Live Stream

Hosts Poland Shine in Thrilling K4 Competition

While the K8 tournament captured much of the spotlight, the Korfball 4 (K4) format at the U15 European Korfball Cup in Wrocław also delivered a great spectacle. Played on smaller teams with four players per side, K4 emphasized quick decision-making, agility, and precise shooting—perfect for showcasing the technical skills of Europe’s top young talents.

The competition featured multiple club teams, primarily from the Netherlands, alongside national and mixed entries from England, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Portugal. Four groups battled it out in the initial phase at the AWF Wrocław facilities, with several matches decided by narrow margins or golden goals.

In a dramatic final, Poland 1 edged out Randmeren 2 with an 8:7 victory, securing gold for the hosts in front of a supportive home crowd. Dutch teams filled the podium and top positions, reflecting their strong youth programs, while England and other nations gained valuable experience.

K4 results: korfball.pl/u15-ekc-2026-k4

Why K4 Matters

The K4 format is an excellent development tool for younger or less experienced players. It allows more touches on the ball and faster gameplay, helping players build confidence in international settings. The tournament’s structure ensured competitive balance and meaningful matches for all participants.

Congratulations to Poland 1 on their well-deserved win, and to all the young korfballers who represented their clubs and countries with pride. Events like this continue to strengthen the grassroots of European korfball.

Sunday, 4 July – Live Stream

Atmosphere and Organization in Wrocław

Wrocław proved an excellent host, with matches played at top facilities that created a vibrant, supportive environment. Live streams on the Polish Korfball Federation’s YouTube channel allowed global fans to follow the action.

All Star team chosen by the international press (Photo: Marco Spelten)

The event highlighted korfball’s growth in Eastern Europe while reinforcing strong traditions in countries like the Netherlands and Czech Republic. Young athletes enjoyed cultural exchanges and formed friendships off the court.

The success of the U15 European Korfball Cup 2026 underscores the bright future of youth korfball in Europe. Congratulations to all participating teams, coaches, volunteers, and organizers—especially the Polish Korfball Association—for delivering a memorable event.

 

 

 

Peter van der Terp receives Pin of Merit

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EINDHOVEN (NED) – During the closing day of the U17 Korfball World Cup 2026 in Eindhoven, the International Korfball Federation (IKF) awarded the IKF Pin of Merit to Mr. Peter van der Terp (Netherlands) in recognition of his outstanding service to international Korfball and his longstanding contributions to refereeing and referee development. 

The award was presented by IKF Executive Committee member Anita Derks, who praised Van der Terp for his dedication, expertise and commitment to helping referees develop across the world. 

Refereeing

Peter van der Terp is one of the most respected names in Dutch and international refereeing. During his active career as an IKF referee, he officiated at the highest levels of the sport, including numerous international matches and championship finals. He refereed matches at World Championships, The World Games, IKF European Championships, and the IKF Korfball Champions League, earning widespread recognition for his calm authority, consistency and excellent understanding of the game. 

In his home country, the Netherlands, Van der Terp has also officiated many of the sport’s most prestigious matches. Among the highlights of his refereeing career were appointments to the Dutch field final, the Korfbal League Final, and winning three times the honour of “referee of the year”. These appointments and awards are reserved for the Netherlands’ top referees and are a testament to the high regard in which he was held by the korfball community. 

Development

As well his career on the court, Van der Terp has made a major contribution to Korfball as a referee assessor, mentor, and educator. In these roles, he supported the development of countless referees, helping them improve their technical abilities, match management skills and overall performance. His guidance influenced officials both within the Netherlands and internationally and those who have worked with Peter consistently highlight not only his technical expertise but also his humility and passion for the sport. Despite having officiated at the highest levels of national and international korfball he has always remained approachable and willing to support others. 

Peter’s commitment to referee development has extended beyond Europe. Over the years, he has delivered referee education programmes and courses in several emerging korfball countries. He has taught and supported referees in Indonesia, Malaysia and Portugal, sharing his extensive knowledge and helping to raise officiating standards within these developing korfball communities. Through workshops, assessments and personal mentoring, he played an important role in strengthening referee pathways and creating opportunities for officials to progress. 

Van der Terp’s passion for development can still be seen today at his local club, KV Noveas, where he regularly referees youth matches. Even after a career that included sport’s biggest and most prestigious matches, Peter can still be found on the sidelines of a children’s game with a whistle in his hand. His love for korfball, from grassroots level to the international stage, continues to inspire players, referees and volunteers alike. 

Thank You!

The IKF Pin of Merit is awarded to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the development of korfball. Through decades of service as a referee, assessor, educator and mentor, Peter van der Terp has made a lasting impact on the international korfball community and on generations of referees who have benefited from his knowledge, guidance and support. 

The IKF congratulates Peter on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his dedication to the advancement of refereeing and the continued growth of korfball worldwide.

 

Photos: Gertrude Vries & Marco Spelten

Groups Confirmed for the IKF European Korfball Championship 2026

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The road to Prostějov, Otrokovice and Zlín is now set. The official group draw for the IKF European Korfball Championship 2026 took place on Monday (13 April) evening, confirming the four groups that will shape the opening phase of this October’s continental showcase.

Sixteen teams will compete for European glory from 16–24 October 2026, with the four top‑ranked nations: Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Czechia, pre‑seeded into Groups A–D. The draw, streamed live on the IKF YouTube channel, delivered a compelling mix of traditional rivalries, emerging contenders and fresh match‑ups.

Group A

The reigning world and European champions headline Group A, where they will face a dynamic Catalonia side, a steadily improving Poland, and Switzerland, who return to the top stage eager to make an impact.

  • Netherlands (NED)
  • Catalonia (CAT)
  • Poland (POL)
  • Switzerland (SUI)

Group B

Belgium lead a competitive Group B featuring Portugal – fresh from strong recent performances – alongside Hungary and Scotland, both of whom will look to disrupt expectations and push for knockout‑round qualification.

  • Belgium (BEL)
  • Portugal (POR)
  • Hungary (HUN)
  • Scotland (SCO)

Group C

Group C brings together Germany and Türkiye in what promises to be one of the most intriguing early match‑ups of the tournament. Slovakia and Serbia complete a group with plenty of tactical variety and potential for surprises.

  • Germany (GER)
  • Türkiye (TUR)
  • Slovakia (SVK)
  • Serbia (SRB)

Group D

Hosts Czechia will enjoy strong home support as they open their campaign in Group D. They are joined by England, Ireland and Wales, setting up a rare all‑islands trio and a group rich in narrative and regional pride.

  • Czechia (CZE)
  • England (ENG)
  • Ireland (IRE)
  • Wales (WAL)

Missed the Group Draw?

Looking Ahead to October

With the groups now confirmed, preparations intensify for what promises to be one of the most competitive European Championships to date. Across nine days of action, fans can expect world‑class korfball, passionate atmospheres and the emergence of new storylines as Europe’s best battle for the title.

Follow all updates, live streams and behind‑the‑scenes coverage via: #EKC2026 | #korfball

IKF European Korfball Championship 2026: Group Draw Set for 13 April

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The International Korfball Federation (IKF) is pleased to announce that the official group draw will take place live on Monday, 13 April 2026, at 20:00 CEST. 

As a major highlight of the 2026 korfball calendar, the draw will determine the path to glory for 16 of Europe’s elite teams. 

Watch the Draw Live 

Fans and teams can watch the proceedings unfold in real-time on the IKF YouTube channel. Set a reminder here: 

Participating Teams 

Sixteen teams have qualified for the event. The four highest-ranked teams in the IKF World Rankings – the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Czechia – will be seeded and automatically allocated to the top positions in each of the four groups. 

The full list of participating teams includes Belgium, Catalonia, Czechia, England, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Serbia, Slovakia, Switzerland, Türkiye, Wales. 

The Championship 

Hosted by the Czech Korfball Association, the championship will run from 16 to 24 October 2026. The tournament will showcase the best of European korfball across three host cities. 

Matches will take place in Prostějov, Otrokovice and Zlín.  

Stay Connected 

Follow the action leading up to the draw and throughout the tournament using #EKC2026 and #korfball. 

Belgium make history with U19 European Korfball Championship victory

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The final whistle in Kemer, Türkiye, signaled a historic moment for Belgian korfball. Seizing the opportunity to step into the spotlight, BELGIUM claimed their first-ever gold medal at the IKF U19 European Korfball Championship.

With Belgium defeating Czechia [6-15] in the final, the match saw a strong and composed performance from the eventual champions. Czechia kept the contest competitive, particularly in the opening period, creating moments of tension before Belgium gradually took control.

Kamil Musilalinski (POL) and Dani Ezpeleta (CAT) officiated the final, with Joseph Skeet (ENG) and Caglasu Alpsoy (TUR) as reserve referees. The jury, chaired by Bernardo Martins da Costa (POR) alongside Zuzana Bušíková (SVK) and Hilal Karas (TUR), oversaw the final.

Bronze Medal Match  

The battle for bronze was equally fierce. Germany and Portugal produced a contest, with both sides desperate to finish on the podium. In the end, it was GERMANY who came out on top, winning [10-8] to secure third place and the bronze medal.

For Portugal, there was disappointment at missing out, but also pride in the way they competed and the progress they showed throughout the tournament. 

Final Standings

  1. Belgium🏆🥇
  2. Czechia🥈
  3. Germany🥉
  4. Portugal
  5. England
  6. Türkiye
  7. Hungary
  8. Poland
  9. Slovakia

Champions on the Podium

Check back soon for the podium photos and closing ceremony.

Gold – Belgium

Silver – Czechia

Bronze – Germany

Future Stars

Across three days of competition, the U19 European Championship has highlighted the next generation of korfball talent. The top scorers made the difference with their finishing, but it was a real team effort behind every goal. Every assist, every movement to create space, and every rebound at the post played a part in turning opportunities into goals. 

This is the essence of korfball: a sport where male and female players share the court equally, and where success depends on cooperation. The names at the top of the scoring charts are ones to watch in the years ahead, but the real story of Kemer is how teams worked together to make those moments possible. 

Female top scorer: Milena Batista , Portugal, 23 Goals

Male top scorer: Szabolcs CsernAk, Hungary, 33 Goals 

Belgium’s historic first Gold

The IKF U19 (Open) European Championship 2026 in Kemer will be remembered not only for Belgium’s historic first gold, but also for several exciting matches.

For a full overview of the championship, including all results and a selection of the best photos from each match, visit our Live Updates and Results article, which was updated throughout the championship

Czechia’s spirited challenge in the final showed their growing strength, while Germany’s opening‑day battle with Belgium proved their youth programme is making real strides – a team that will surely be a force in the years ahead.

The 2o26 edition of the Under 19 European Championship has underlined once again that the future of korfball is bright, built on teamwork, cooperation, and shared ambition. 

Relive the Championship 

All matches are available to watch back through the official YouTube playlist embedded below. 

Every match is available on worldkorfball.sport, including real‑time scores, statistics, and play‑by‑play coverage. Fans can also follow the tournament across social media on @IKFeurope, along with the main IKF channels, using #U19OEKC.

*Click on the right ≣ icon to select the match you want to watch.

Thank You 

The IKF thanks the volunteers whose hard work and dedication made this event possible, the local organisers in Kemer for their warm hospitality, and the IKF officials who ensured the competition ran smoothly. The venue has once again proven itself a fantastic stage for athletes and fans alike. We’ll be back soon. 

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► instagram.com/IKFeurope
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You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF main profiles:

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport
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IKF U19 Open European Korfball Championship 2026 – Live Updates and Match Results

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From 3 to 5 April, the young stars of European korfball gather in Kemer, Türkiye, for the IKF U19 (Open) European Korfball Championship 2026. Teams have been preparing for months, and the stage is now set for three days of competitive, fast, and creative korfball. This is a live post, and we’ll keep it updated throughout the championship with scores, results, highlights, and stories from around the venue.

The 2026 championship is hosted by the Developing Sports Federation of Türkiye (DSFT), bringing the tournament back to Antalya, well known for welcoming international sport and tourism.

We’d love your support throughout the weekend.

If you’re following the action, join in on social media – like, share, comment, and cheer for your favourite teams. Let’s see if we can make this the most‑supported U19 European Championship online. Your posts help the athletes feel the energy from fans all over the world.

 

Day 3 (Sunday, 5 April 2026)

Day 3 Image Gallery

Photos: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

Day 2 (Saturday, 4 April 2026)

Day 2 – Image Gallery

Photos: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

Day 1 (Friday, 3 April 2026)

Day 1 Results

Day 1 – Image Gallery

Photos: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

Meet The Teams

Photos: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

Updated Schedule and Team Line‑Up

The official match schedule has been revised following the withdrawal of the Netherlands and Catalunya, with Hungary joining Group A.

Across the three days, fans will see a full programme of group‑phase matches as nations fight for their place in the final standings.

With strong pools on both sides, every match matters. Pool A features Slovakia, England, Portugal, Czechia and Hungary, while Pool B includes Belgium, Türkiye, Poland and Germany.

Where to Follow the Action

Every match will be available live on worldkorfball.sport, including real‑time scores, statistics, and play‑by‑play coverage. Fans can also follow the tournament across social media on @IKFeurope, along with the main IKF channels, using #U19OEKC.

*Click on the right ≣ icon to select the match you want to watch.

The live draw for the group phase, held on 18 February, is also available to watch for those who want to look back at how the groups were formed.

A Big Three Days

The IKF U19 (Open) European Championship always brings energy, fresh talent, and memorable moments. For many players, this tournament is their first major international stage. For fans, it is a chance to see the next generation of korfball athletes step forward.

As the matches begin, this article will be updated throughout with results, standings, highlights, and daily recaps.

Let the championship begin – and good luck to all teams competing in Kemer.

Where to follow

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow this tournament live on YouTube.com/ikfchannel and www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results, statistics, scorers, play-by-play, …), as well as on social media on @IKFeurope and IKF main profiles (see below) and the hashtags #U19OEKC and #korfball, with the best image galleries and highlights.

IKF Europe profiles:

► facebook.com/IKFeurope
► instagram.com/IKFeurope
► x.com/IKFeurope

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF main profiles:

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport
► x.com/korfball

IKF Update – U19 Open European Korfball Championship 2026 (Kemer, Türkiye)

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The International Korfball Federation (IKF) is closely monitoring the situation regarding the upcoming U19 Open European Korfball Championship in Kemer, Türkiye.

We remain in regular contact with the Local Organising Committee, participating national federations and relevant authorities. At present, there are no restrictions affecting sports activities in Türkiye, and international sporting events and tourism activities in the region continue as normal.

The IKF is following a structured approach in assessing the event, based on three key elements:

  • Official travel advisories issued by European governments
  • The safety and security situation on the ground
  • The ability to ensure a viable and fair competition with participating teams

The safety and wellbeing of all athletes, officials and families remain our highest priority. The IKF will continue to monitor developments closely and will provide further updates should circumstances change.

More information about the IKF U19 Open European Korfball Championship 2026, including the match schedule and event details, is available on the official event page.

PKC/Vertom claim fourth consecutive IKF Korfball Champions League title

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Lisbon, Portugal – 7 February 2026 – Lisbon has hosted an incredible week of top-level club korfball, culminating in a thrilling final day at the IKF Korfball Champions League Final.

PKC/Vertom from the Netherlands have done it again, winning the IKF Korfball Champions League for the fourth year in a row. Since the competition’s relaunch, the Dutch side from Papendrecht has lifted the trophy in 2023, 2024, 2025, and now 2026, continuing their remarkable run at the top of European club korfball.

In the championship match, PKC/Vertom took on Boeckenberg Korfbal Club of Belgium. The Dutch champions delivered when it mattered most, winning the final 20-14 to secure the Alfons Janssens Trophy once again.

Lisa van Gorp top scored in the match with 6 beautiful goals for Boeckenberg and Zita SchrÖder, Olav van Wijngaarden, Lise van Maldeghem and Jelmer Jonker all scored 3 in the final for PKC/Vertom.

The final day also saw the remaining placement matches played, completing the standings after five days of competition. In the Bronze medal match, Bec Korfball Club (ENG) defeated Korfbal Klub Brno (CZE) 19-18 with Caitlin Fitzgerald scoring a Golden Goal to secure the win and to take third place.

The 5th place match saw Schweriner Korfball Club (GER) overcome Vosime.cz Prostějov (CZE) 13-12, while earlier in the day, Benfica (POR) beat TuS Schildgen (GER) 14–11 in the 7th place match, giving the home side a positive finish in Lisbon.

Across the week, fans enjoyed high-quality korfball, close contests, and memorable moments as clubs from across Europe battled for every position. Full match statistics, final standings, and detailed results are available on worldkorfball.sport, and fans are encouraged to follow and share the action across IKF’s official social media channels.

Finally, a huge Thank You to everyone who made this event possible. The IKF would like to acknowledge the City of Lisbon for its support, the local hosts and organisers, all IKF officials, and the many volunteers whose hard work and dedication ensured a fantastic IKF Korfball Champions League Final. Their efforts behind the scenes played a vital role in delivering a memorable week of international club korfball.

Final Results & Ranking

  1. PKC/Vertom (NED)🥇🏆
  2. Boekenberg KC (BEL) 🥈
  3. Bec KC (ENG) 🥉
  4. KK Brno (CZE)
  5. Schweriner KC (GER)
  6. Vosime.cz Prostějov (CZE)
  7. NC Benfica (POR)
  8. TuS Schildgen (GER)

Gold – PKC/Vertom (NED)🥇🏆

Silver – Boekenberg KC (BEL) 🥈

Bronze – Bec Korfball Club (ENG) 🥉

📷 Marco Spelten | @actiefotografie.nl

Top Goal Scorers

The Top Goal Scorer awards were presented by Esmeralda Gonçalinho, representative of Instituto Português do Desporto e Juventude, with Petr Galicek (Vosime.cz Prostějov, CZE) finishing as the male top scorer with 25 goals, while Lisa van Gorp (Boeckenberg Korfbal Club, BEL) led the female standings with 23 goals, including six in the Final against PKC.

Petr Galicek – 25 goals

Lisa van Gorp – 23 goals

 

 

About the IKF KCL

The IKF Korfball Champions League is the competition for the best clubs in Europe. It is the successor to the IKF Europa Cup and IKF Europa Shield. The 2025/26 season features 24 teams taking part in the Satellite, Challenger and the KCL Final, and will expand to 32 teams next year. All matches were streamed live on youtube.com/ikfchannel with full results and statistics available on and worldkorfball.sport,.

Read more about the KCL 2025-2026 here.

 

Medal Ceremony

More to come: This article will be updated with photos from the medal ceremony, top scorers of the tournament and additional highlights.

Officials Appointed for the IKF Korfball Champions League Final 2025–26

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The International Korfball Federation (IKF) has confirmed the official appointments for the final day of the 2025–26 IKF Korfball Champions League Final, which concludes today in Lisbon, Portugal.

After four days of high-level international club competition, the Korfball Champions League 2025-26 season reaches its climax on Saturday, 7 February, with four placement matches deciding the final standings of the championship, including the Bronze Medal Match and the Championship Final, all played at the Complexo Desportivo Municipal do Casal Vistoso.

Due to #StormMarta, all matches on the final day will start one hour later than originally scheduled. The opening match of the day will now begin at 11:00, followed by the fifth-place match at 12:35. The Bronze Medal Match between Brno KK (CZE) and Bec Korfball Club (ENG) will start at 14:10, while the Championship Final between PKC/Vertom (NED) and Boeckenberg KC (BEL) is scheduled to start at 15:45 (all times local, GMT).

For the Championship Final, the Jury of the Match will be Bernardo Costa (POR), Ana Curva (POR) with Nina Piris (CAT) as Jury chair.

The Championship Final will be officiated by Chris West (ENG) and Uğurtan Akbulut (TUR), two referees with extensive experience at the highest level of international korfball. Uğurtan Akbulut most recently took charge of the IKF U21 European Korfball Championship Final 2025 in Belgium, while Chris West officiated the World Games 2025 Final in Chengdu, China. Their recent appointments to major international finals underline the confidence placed in them by the IKF Refereeing Committee. The reserve referees appointed for the Final are Beatriz Guita (POR) and Wei-Chieh (Leon) Liao (TPE).

Earlier in the afternoon, the Bronze Medal Match between Brno KK (CZE) and Bec Korfball Club (ENG) will be refereed by Tom Vlaminckx (BEL) and Dave van der Meulen (NED), an experienced international pairing entrusted with overseeing the match that will determine who takes home the bronze medal.

All matches on the final day of the IKF Korfball Champions League Final 2025–26 can be watched live and free of charge on the IKF YouTube channel. Fans are encouraged to follow the IKF’s official social media channels for the very latest updates throughout Finals Day.

Final – Update start time: 15:45 GMT

 Bronze medal match – Updated start time: 14:10 GMT

5th place match – Update start time: 12:35 GMT

7th place match – Updated start time: 11:00 GMT

IKF Korfball Champions League Final Returns to Lisbon | 3-7 February 2026

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After a successful edition last season, the IKF Korfball Champions League Final returns to Lisbon, Portugal, for a second consecutive year. From 3 to 7 February 2026, the Portuguese capital will once again welcome Europe’s elite club teams as eight sides battle it out for the Champions League crown.

Over five days of top-level competition, fans can expect high-intensity matches, world-class performances and an exciting atmosphere both in the venue and online, as the best club teams in Europe compete for one of the most prestigious titles in international korfball.

  • Event: IKF Korfball Champions League Final 2025–26
  • Dates: Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 February 2026
  • Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Watch Live

All matches from the IKF Korfball Champions League Final will be streamed live and free to watch via:

Live stream playlist

*Click on the right ≣ icon to select the match you want to watch

Venue:

  • Complexo Desportivo Municipal do Casal Vistoso

Day 5 Results & Images

Day 5 (Saturday, 7 February) – Finals day!

Day 4 Results & Images

Day 4 (Friday, 6 February) Schedule

Day 3 Ranking

Day 3 Results & Images

Day 2 Ranking

Day 2 Results & Images

Day 1 Ranking

Day 1 Results & Images

 

📷 Marco Spelten | @actiefotografie.nl 

Participating Teams:

The 2025–26 Finals bring together eight of Europe’s top club teams, representing six countries:

  • PKC/Vertom (Netherlands)
  • Boeckenberg Korfbal Club (Belgium)
  • Bec Korfball Club (England)
  • Núcleo de Corfebol de Benfica (Portugal)
  • Schweriner Korfball Club (Germany)
  • TuS Schildgen (Germany)
  • Vosime.cz Prostějov (Czechia)
  • Korfbal Klub Brno (Czechia)

Schedule

The eight teams are divided into groups, with group matches played during the first part of the week. Based on the group standings, teams will progress to the semi-finals, followed by the bronze medal match and the Champions League Final on the final day.

Group Phase Live Draw (19/11/2025)


Where to follow

Follow the Action Live! Fans around the world can watch and follow the tournaments live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and worldkorfball.sport, featuring live results, live streaming, statistics, scorers, and play-by-play updates.

Stay Connected on Social Media – Join the conversation using hashtags #KCL and #korfball to catch the best images, clips, and highlights from the tournaments.

Discover More – Explore all this content and much more on the official IKF social media profiles and @IKFeurope.

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► x.com/korfball
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

About the IKF KCL

The IKF Korfball Champions League (KCL) is a competition for the strongest clubs in Europe. It is the joint successor of the 60 editions of the IKF Europa Cup and the 20 editions of the IKF Europa Shield. The format entails a series of events, with the top one named KCL Final for the eight strongest European clubs, and Challenger and Satellite events for lower-ranked clubs.

With the new IKF KCL format, the 2025/26 edition will allow up to 24 club teams to take part, expanding to 32 teams in 2026/27. This growth provides more opportunities for players, coaches, and officials to gain valuable international experience.

The new structure features up to four competition tiers: Qualifier, Satellite, Challenger, and the KCL Final, each designed to provide balanced and competitive matchups.

Read more about the KCL: korfball.sport/korfball-champions-league