HC Alkaloid is gearing up for its third international match, second on the home court, in its EHF European League debut season.

This marks the first occasion that we are competing against a team from Scandinavia, as we prepare to face Bjerringbro-Silkeborg, representing the reigning three-time world champion, Denmark. This team has built a formidable reputation through years of exceptional performances not only in the domestic championship but also across various courts in Europe. Over the years, it has been home to numerous handball stars. The current season is no different, with standout players like Rasmus Lauge, Rene Toft Hansen, and Johan Sjostrand in their ranks…

HC Alkaloid organized a meeting with the Macedonian media today, during which the team’s coach Kiril Lazarov and player Ivan Djonov addressed the journalists.

“The opponent’s very name and the country it comes from speak volumes about what a strong team this is. We are set to play against a Danish team which has consistently secured European participation through their league for years. The investments they made this summer, particularly Rasmus Lauge from Veszprem, one of Denmark’s top handball players in this past decade, alongside Mikkel Hansen, indicate that we’ll be up against a formidable rival tomorrow.

We need to perform at a high level to match their level of play. We are moving in the right direction; the first game had some tension, which was anticipated. In the second match in Spain, our performance improved. I hope this upward trend continues in tomorrow’s third match. It’s a game where we should relax and demonstrate our skills without feeling pressured.

Our fans will have the opportunity to see a quality match between two teams playing modern handball. I am anticipating a tough and strong match, acknowledging that the guest team is the favorite. This is the reality, they have declared themselves as the frontrunners. However, we aim to position ourselves effectively and seize any opportunities to achieve a positive outcome”, said Kiril Lazarov.

Ivan Djonov, a player who is on the rise this season, shared his perspective on the upcoming match:

“Silkeborg consists of young players, complemented by several stars such as Rasmus Lauge and Rene Toft Hansen. They embody the typical Scandinavian style of fast-paced handball with efficient transitions. Our focus needs to be on disciplined attacks, minimizing errors to counteract their swift transitions.

We are tactically well-prepared, and if we keep to our plan and perform at our best, I am confident we can achieve a positive outcome. The support from our loyal fans will be vital, and I invite them to turn out in large numbers and join us tomorrow to witness this high-quality match.” said Djonov.

The match starts at 06:45 PM, taking place at the Jane Sandanski Sports Center. Tickets can be purchased through the following link: https://mktickets.mk/event/alkasilk/

You can find complete match programe on the following link:

Почетна RK Alkaloid

HC E. PELISTER 2 – HC ALKALOID 31-36 (16-22)

Venue: Boro Churlevski in Bitola. Referees: Aleksandar Vukashinovski and Mirko Trajkovski. Controller: Dragan Nachevski

HC E. PELISTER 2: Shtakovski, Markoski 3, Talevski 4, Ristevski 4, Mitrevski 7, Mircheski, Mladenov, Dimovski, Pecurica, Trpchevski 4, Kalajdjioski, Ivanovski 1, Belistojanoski 4, Jugovski, Mijuskovic, Hadzic 4

Seven-meter throws: 3/4 Suspensions: 10 min.

HC ALKALOID: Romero, Galevski, Djonov 4, Markoski 1, Mladenovikj 2, Serafimov 8, Stojkovic 6, M. Mitev, Gjorgiev 4, Velkovski 1, Omeragikj 1, Bingo 4, Petkovski 2, D. Mitev, Savrevski 3

Seven-meter throws: 3/3 Suspensions: 6 min.

HC Alkaloid secured its tenth consecutive victory, remaining the only team with perfect record in the men’s Super League. HC Alkaloid faced E. Pelister 2 as the visiting team in Bitola. Our players dominated the initial phase of the match, taking the lead with 3-0 and 5-2. They further extended their advantage to 7-3, and within the first ten minutes, they had scored twice as many goals as the opponent (8-4).

At halftime, HC Alkaloid led by six goals (22-16). The outcome remained relatively unchanged in the second half as well. HC Alkaloid maintained its lead, setting the pace, while the opponent put up resistance without any significant impact. Ultimately, our team secured a 36-31 victory. Martin Serafimov was the team’s best scorer netting eight goals, while pivot Marko Stojkovic scored six goals.

Tickets for the HC Alkaloid – Bjerringbro-Silkeborg match, scheduled for the third round of the EHF European League on November 14, 2023 (Tuesday), with kick-off at 6:45 PM, are now available for purchase.

Tickets for the HC Alkaloid vs. Bjerringbro-Silkeborg match can be purchased through the MKTickets sales network.

РК Алкалоид – РК Силкеборг

The ticket prices for the duel at the Jane Sandanski SC in Skopje are set at 100 MKD and 150 MKD. Blocks 1, 2, 9, and 10 are available for 100 MKD, while blocks 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 are priced at 150 MKD.

Dear Members of the Media,

We would like to notify you regarding the start of media and media workers accreditation process for the upcoming match in the third round of group F in the EHF European League between the teams of HC Alkaloid and Bjerringbro-Silkeborg from Denmark, set to be held on November 14 (Tuesday), at 06:45 PM at the Jane Sandanski SC in Skopje.

Journalists from print media and portals, including photographers, must submit their accreditation requests to the following email address: [email protected] not later than on November 12, 2023 (Sunday).

Television channels, web-TVs, podcasts, as well as radio stations and web radios, must apply directly to EHF for accreditation to cover the match. To submit accreditation requests, please use EHF’s online accreditation platform: https://accreditation.ehf.eu

The accreditations will be distributed during the press conference scheduled for November 13, 2023, to announce the match. You will be timely informed regarding this event.

HC BUTEL SKOPJE – HC MULTI ESSENCE 31-23 (16-10)

Venue: Jane Sandanski in Skopje. Referees: Gjoko Kolevski and Sasho Krkachev. Controller: Marjan Nachevski

HC BUTEL SKOPJE: Blazhevski, Andrevski 1, Pejkovski 2, Stojanovski 2, Gjeorgievski 2, Nikolov 4, Krstevski 1, Ivanic 5, Stojanoski, Spasovski 6, Georgiev, Jeftic 5, Vasilevski, Mihajlovikj 2, Cvetkovski, Davitkovski 1

Seven-meter throws: 2/3 Suspensions: 6 min.

HC MULTI ESSENCE: Ermonoski, Dimevski 2, Kostovski 1, Ilieski 5, D. Uzunchev 2, Petreski 1, Trajchev, Trajkovski, Vasilevski 1, Todeski, T. Uzunchev 3, Dimovski 1, Trajkovski, Jordanov 5, Karasmanakis 2

Seven-meter throws: 2/2 Suspensions: /

HC Multi Essence failed to pull off an upset against the seasoned and senior team of HC Butel Skopje in the 10th round of the men’s Super League.

This evening, during their visit at the Jane Sandanski arena, the young players of HC Multi Essence played to a score of 23-31, thus the points were claimed by HC Butel Skopje.

The outcome of the match was determined midway through the first half, following HC Multi Essence’s brief 5-3 lead, the home team found a good tempo, embarking on a 7-0 streak. This propelled them to a 10-5 advantage, and by halftime, they extended the lead by another goal, heading into the break with a score of 16-10.

The score was balanced in the second half, with the home team maintaining a secure lead ranging between five and seven goals (19-14, 22-27, 25-18…).

Towards the end, the pace quickened, featuring smooth transitions but also numerous missed opportunities from both teams, concluding the match with a score of 31-23.

HC ALKALOID – CHC OHRID 30-24 (15-12)

Venue: Avtokomanda in Skopje. Referees: Gjorgji Nachevski and Slave Nikolov. Controller: Kamer Metalari

HC ALKALOID: Galevski 1 (17 saves), Djonov 2, Mladenovikj 2, Markoski, Serafimov 6, Stojchevikj, Stojkovic 1, M. Mitev 5, Gjorgiev 2, Velkovski 2, Omeragikj, Trajkoski, Bingo 6, Petkovski 1, D. Mitev, Savrevski 2

Seven-meter throws: 4/5 Suspensions: 6 min.

CHC OHRID: Brkic, Gjorgjeski, Ojleski, Andonoski, Stoilevski, Drogrishki 1, Shipinkoski, D. Andonoski 1, Taseski 3, Safranko 2, Kukoski, Krstevski 2, Sesic, Orjonikidze 6, Bojanic 6, Cirar 3

Seven-meter throws: 2/3 Suspensions: 8 min.

HC Alkaloid lived up to their frontrunner status and secured their ninth consecutive victory in the first phase of the Super League.

In the derby match held at the Avtokomanda arena this evening, they faced off against CHC Ohrid, one of the strongest teams in the domestic championship.

After briefly trailing 3-4, HC Alkaloid gained control of the match, establishing a 6-4 lead, which they maintained throughout the game.

Goalkeeper Ivan Galevski emerged as the star of today’s match. The 19-year-old netkeeper, who got the chance to play ahead of Blagojche Trajkoski, delivered an outstanding performance with one goal scored and 17 successful saves.

On the offensive front, Arnaud Bingo demonstrated his speed and astuteness, delivering several remarkable goals at critical junctures.

Following their 6-4 lead, HC Alkaloid extended their advantage to 10-7, maintaining a three-goal lead that carried over to halftime with a score of 15-12.

In the second half, the early minutes saw a back-and-forth exchange of goals, but HC Alkaloid eventually gained the upper hand, extending their lead to four goals (24-20), followed by 27-21, with the match concluding with a final score of 30-24.

Starting from Monday, several HC Alkaloid players will transition from their club responsibilities to their national team duties, and the next championship match is scheduled for the second week of November when they will face E. Pelister 2 in Bitola.