Now it became Emil Nielsen’s turn

The lights flashed, the audience got up – and in the middle of it all Emil Nielsen stood with another title in his hand.

The Danish national team keeper, who has made his mark with both Olympic Gold, Spanish Championship and World Cup, could add another triumph on Sunday to the bursting season.

In front of over 10,000 party voiced spectators in the Royal Arena, he was named Male Male national team player of the year 2024/2025

It writes Danish handball.

Big field – but one parted out

Getting the award among a sea of ​​Danish world stars is in itself remarkable. And coach Nikolaj Jacobsen did not hide why it was just Emil Nielsen who ran with the recognition:

« It is quite well deserved that Emil gets this title. Emil has played a fantastic season on the national team with especially a really nice Olympic and World Cup tournament, where he has done incredibly well. We have performed really well this season, so I think there are many who could have received this title and price, but it is quite well deserved that it is Emil who runs off. »

Nielsen has been a key player for both FC Barcelona and in red and white. And it was clear that the recognition not only came from the top, but also from the teammates.

The award, organized by Norlys, the Players’ Association Handball and Danish Handball, is based on votes among players in the men’s league, 1st division and international professionals.