Metz Handball Women win Europe’s crown
A historic triumph for Metz Handball
An evening to remember. A victory that makes history. And a moment that will leave a lasting mark on European women’s handball: Metz Handball has won the EHF Champions League Women, crowning itself the best club team in Europe for the first time.
In the final in Budapest, the French team won 31:29 against Győri Audi ETO KC. Against one of the biggest names in international women’s handball, Metz showed exactly what has defined the club for years.
Passion, resilience, team spirit and the firm will to achieve greatness.
For Kempa, this triumph is a very special moment. As a long-standing partner of Metz Handball, we congratulate a team that has made history on the biggest stage of European club handball.
Metz Handball crowns an extraordinary development
Winning the EHF Champions League Women is more than just a single title. It is the reward for years of hard work, consistent development and belief in their own path.
Metz Handball has been one of the defining teams in European women’s handball for many years. Time and again, the club has played at the highest level; time and again, the team has proven that it belongs among Europe’s best. Now the big dream has become reality: Metz stands at the top of Europe.
This success is not only a milestone for the club, but also a historic moment for French handball. Metz Handball has shown what is possible when talent, structure, team spirit and mentality come together.
A final full of emotion, energy and character
The Champions League final against Győri Audi ETO KC had everything a great final needs: pace, suspense, strong goalkeepers, bold attacks and intense duels. But above all, Metz showed one thing: character.
In the decisive moments, the team remained focused. They played with courage, took responsibility and did not let pressure situations throw them off their game. It was precisely this mix of calm, determination and energy that ultimately made the difference.
The 31:29 victory was no coincidence, but the result of a united team performance. Every player contributed her quality, every action counted towards the big goal. Metz did not just play for the title — Metz played like champions.
Sarah Bouktit as the face of a golden evening
One name in particular stands as a symbol of this triumph: Sarah Bouktit. The line player became the defining figure of the final and made a clear statement on the international stage with her performance.
With her presence, finishing strength and emotional energy, she showed what Metz Handball stood for that weekend: courage, conviction and full commitment. Her performance was one of the keys to this historic success.
But as outstanding as some moments were, Metz’s Champions League victory remains, above all, a team victory. A team that has grown together, worked for one another and delivered everything on the court when it mattered most.
Kempa and Metz Handball: Together at the highest level
For Kempa, this title is also special because Metz Handball has been an important partner of the brand for many years. The partnership stands for shared values: performance, trust, passion and a love of handball.
Kempa supports handball teams that live and breathe the sport. At every level, in every hall and on Europe’s biggest stages.
In Budapest, Metz Handball showed what elite sport means: the courage to believe in the biggest moments and the strength to make them a reality.
This triumph is a powerful statement for women’s handball and for all players who work every day to become better. It shows just how much dynamism, quality and radiance there is in international women’s handball.
A victory for women’s handball
Metz Handball’s Champions League title is far more than a club success. It is a victory for women’s handball as a whole. Moments like these create visibility, inspire young players and show how emotional, professional and captivating handball at the highest level can be.
Metz Handball earned this title with passion. With a team that believed in itself. With a club that has worked consistently for years. And with a performance that will be remembered.
Congratulations, Metz Handball!
Kempa warmly congratulates Metz Handball on winning the EHF Champions League Women. This historic triumph is a milestone for the club, for French handball and for European women’s handball.
An evening in Budapest. A title for the ages.
Metz Handball are Champions League winners.
And Kempa is proud to be part of this journey.
