Türkiye edge Portugal 15–13 in Group Phase 2 finale

IKF European Korfball Championship 2026 | Group Phase 2 | 21 October 2026

Türkiye claimed a hard-fought 15–13 victory over Portugal in their final match of the second group phase at the IKF European Korfball Championship 2026. The result confirmed Türkiye’s third-place finish in Group F and Portugal’s fourth place, sending both teams into the classification matches for positions 5 to 8.

The contest remained competitive throughout the 40 minutes, with both sides trading goals. Gülsah Güner Dalar led Türkiye’s scoring with five goals, while Erva Duman added four. Portugal responded through Inês Santos (three) and contributions from Tiago Ferro, Júlio Ruivo and others. Türkiye found success with a combination of medium-range shots, penalties and free passes, while Portugal scored the majority of their goals from medium distance. The narrow 15–13 margin reflected a tight encounter between two sides now focused on the ranking phase.

With Group Phase 2 complete, both teams move into the matches for places 5 to 8 on the following day. Türkiye will look to build on this result and secure the highest possible finish, while Portugal aim to respond quickly and improve their position in the classification games. Although the semi-finals are out of reach, both sides remain within the top eight and will approach the remaining matches with the aim of maximising their final European ranking.

The cross-matches and classification games take place on 22 October, determining the final order among the teams competing for places 5 to 8 as the championship reaches its decisive stage.