Kuwait city: The Bahrain national handball team has successfully advanced to the final of the 22nd Asian Handball Championship 2026, which is taking place in Kuwait. This achievement follows their victory over Japan with a score of 35-25 in the semi-final match. This championship is also a qualifier for the 2027 World Cup in Germany.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Bahrain held a narrow lead at half-time with a score of 17-14. In the second half, they increased their advantage, ultimately winning by a ten-goal margin. This result highlights Bahrain's command over the game.
Bahrain is set to compete against the winner of the semi-final match between Kuwait and Qatar in the upcoming final.