DHB-Pokal - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. The DHB-Pokal, also known as the German Handball Cup, is an annual knockout handball competition in Germany.
- 2. The tournament was first held in 1975 and is organized by the German Handball Federation (DHB).
- 3. The DHB-Pokal features teams from the Bundesliga, the top professional handball league in Germany, as well as teams from lower divisions.
- 4. The competition is open to both men's and women's teams, with separate tournaments held for each gender.
- 5. The DHB-Pokal is played in a knockout format, with teams facing off in single-elimination matches until a champion is crowned.
- 6. The final of the DHB-Pokal is typically held in May at a neutral venue, with the winners receiving the trophy and prize money.
- 7. The most successful men's team in DHB-Pokal history is THW Kiel, who have won the tournament multiple times.
- 8. The most successful women's team in DHB-Pokal history is HC Leipzig, who have also won the tournament multiple times.
- 9. The DHB-Pokal is considered one of the most prestigious handball competitions in Germany, with teams from across the country competing for the title.
- 10. The DHB-Pokal is a popular event among handball fans in Germany, with matches broadcast on television and attended by large crowds.