Montpellier eliminated by VfL Kiel in European Handball semifinal

Montpellier Handball were knocked out of the European League on Saturday 30 May. German side VfL Kiel defeated them 28-29. The loss ends Montpellier's European campaign this season.

The semifinal took place in the early afternoon. The match remained tightly contested throughout. Both sides exchanged leads.

Montpellier created an equalising opportunity in the final seconds. The ball reached the attacking zone as the buzzer sounded.

Kiel's goalkeeper stopped the shot, preserving the one-goal margin. The save secured the German club's progression to the final.

With European hopes over, Montpellier will turn attention to the French league. Coach will aim to improve domestic standing.