ENG-GER | IKF #U21WKC 2026

10/8/2026 – Germany U21 produced a dramatic late defensive stand to edge England U21 19–18 in one of the closest matches of the IKF U21 World Korfball Championship 2026 so far.

The contest was finely balanced from the outset, with both teams scoring four goals in an entertaining opening quarter. Germany then gained a narrow advantage in the second period, taking an 8–7 lead into half-time.

The decisive spell came after the interval. Germany found another gear in the third quarter, outscoring England 7–5 to establish a three-goal cushion at 15–12. Their efficient finishing and ability to create opportunities under pressure gave them the platform they needed heading into the final period.

England responded superbly. The English attack produced six goals in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to just one. Germany, however, held their nerve, scoring four times in the final period and defending their slender advantage to the final whistle.