117th Derby Ends in Draw Between THW Kiel and SG Flensburg-Handewitt

THW Kiel faced SG Flensburg-Handewitt in the 117th derby, played in front of 10,285 spectators. THW Kiel initially took the lead with a goal from Julian Köster, but this goal was disallowed after a video review. This situation contributed to Kiel's inability to secure a victory, as the team struggled to cope with the challenges posed by the video assistant referee system.

After the match, SG Flensburg-Handewitt expressed their understanding of the difficulties faced by THW Kiel. Both teams showcased a strong performance on the field, but the video assistant referee application proved to be a significant factor influencing the match's outcome.