Marko Mitev’s spectacular goal earns EHF praise
The European Handball Federation called Mitev’s strike “class” after North Macedonia’s dominant match against Luxembourg.
Marko Mitev produced a spectacular goal that stood out during North Macedonia’s dominant evening against Luxembourg, a moment that captured attention across European handball. (Published: 04.11.2026 21:29.)
The national team controlled the match from the start and Mitev’s strike — executed with pace and precision — was singled out afterwards as the defining highlight. The clip of the action has circulated widely among fans and analysts.
European praise and quick replay
The European Handball Federation (EHF) highlighted the effort, describing the goal as "class" of European handball. The federation’s selection pushed the sequence into wider view on social channels and sport roundups.
Supporters in the arena and viewers watching the broadcast reacted immediately, praising the timing and technical finish. The goal gave the team an extra lift and became a talking point long after the final whistle.
For Mitev, the strike underlined his role in North Macedonia’s attack and provided one of the clearest examples from the match of the team’s superiority over Luxembourg that night.
Coaches and teammates later referenced the moment when assessing the game, while fans used the video as a quick snapshot of why the national side is drawing growing attention in continental handball circles.
Photo: press material from the event
