Martin Tomovski makes 13 saves but Bietigheim fall to THW Kiel 28:36
The Macedonian goalkeeper finished with 13 saves (28 in two rounds) but Bietigheim were beaten 28:36 by THW Kiel on 3 September 2026.
Martin Tomovski produced another strong performance in goal for SG BBM Bietigheim, but his 13 saves were not enough to prevent a heavy home defeat to THW Kiel. In the Bundesliga second-round match on 3 September 2026, Bietigheim lost 28:36.
Early impact, final deficit
Tomovski, the Macedonian national team goalkeeper, helped Bietigheim get off to a promising start with four saves inside the first 12 minutes, giving the hosts an early boost. Despite his early form, Kiel pulled away as the match progressed.
By the final whistle Tomovski had finished with 13 saves. That brought his total to 28 saves across the opening two rounds of the Bundesliga, leaving him as the current leader in the league for number of saves.
The result means Bietigheim remain searching for points after the second round, while Kiel recorded a convincing away win. Tomovski's individual numbers stood out even as his team struggled to match Kiel's firepower.
Coach and team evaluations after the match will focus on tightening the defense and converting more offensive chances; for Tomovski, the weekend reinforced his status as one of the competition's most effective shot-stoppers so far this season.
Photo: SG BBM Bietigheim
