Füchse Berlin secured a 49-26 victory against regional league side HSV Insel Usedom during their pre-season preparations in the Ostseebad Ahlbeck, according to club reports. The win follows a 41-27 success against Grün-Weiß Werder in Brandenburg a day prior, marking a strong start to the German handball vice-champion’s summer schedule under coach Nicolej Krickau.
Match Performance and Squad Highlights in Ahlbeck
Leo Prantner led the scoring for Füchse Berlin with seven goals against HSV Insel Usedom, driving the team to a commanding 24-15 halftime lead before doubling the score by the final whistle. The match also served as the debut for the club’s new red away kit, which was unveiled to the public during the fixture. According to match reports, the home side’s goals drew enthusiastic celebrations from the crowd, while the Berlin squad showcased high-level combinations and attacking efficiency.
"Ähnlich wie gestern war es schön, bei einem Verein zu gastieren, der so viel Engagement hineinsteckt," Füchse coach Nicolej Krickau said, according to the club’s official statements. "Der HSV Insel Usedom hat uns sowie den Zuschauern einen tollen Abend beschert. Wir konnten in einer vollen Halle mit einer guten Energie spielen. Auch die Autogrammstunde war prima organisiert. Nun freuen wir uns auf das morgige Freundschaftsspiel, ehe es in der nächsten Woche weitergeht mit dem Trainingsbetrieb."
Upcoming Pre-Season Schedule and Season Opener
The pre-season itinerary continues with a match against regional league side SSV PCK 90 Schwedt. Following the preliminary friendlies, Füchse Berlin faces tougher tests on August 5 and August 7 with two matches against Danish Champions League competitor Aalborg Handbold. The competitive domestic season officially opens on August 22 when Füchse Berlin meets league champion SC Magdeburg in the Supercup in Munich.
Pre-Season Fixture Overview
- August 3: Win against Grün-Weiß Werder (41-27)
- August 4: Win against HSV Insel Usedom (49-26)
- Upcoming: Match against SSV PCK 90 Schwedt
- August 5 & 7: Test matches against Aalborg Handbold
- August 22: Supercup against SC Magdeburg in Munich
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