Germany will face Hungary in the final of the 2026 IHF Women’s Under-16 World Championship, after winning their semi-final against Russia, 34:31.

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Germany vs Russia 34:31 (16:16)

• A stunning comeback from Germany, who were down four goals in the 37th minute, saw them secure a 34:31 win and their fourth win in a row at Morocco 2026
   
• Germany missed key shots to get up by two goals in the first half, including two penalties, as the first half ended in a stalemate, 16:16
   
• Russia started the second half with a 6:2 run, fueled by two goals from Aleksandra Predybailova, to open up a four-goal lead, 22:18, after 37 minutes
   
• Russia’s third goalkeeper, Iana Iazykova, saved seven of the first 14 shots she faced, for a 50% saving efficiency midway in the second half
   
• Right wing Nora Lueg scored 10 goals in Germany’s win, while right back Taya Nagel added eight goals
   
• Germany have the chance to do the double, after the men’s team secured the title last year at the IHF Men’s Under-17 World Championship