Pelister heads to Gdańsk with new signing Sadu Ntanzi registered

Pelister arrives in Gdańsk on October 6, 2026, looking for a quick response after a heavy home defeat to La Rioja. The Macedonian side must prove that the poor display in Bitola was an isolated setback as they face a Polish team that has already shown it can upset established opponents.

New signing Sadu Ntanzi cleared for European competition

The squad travelling to Poland includes the club's latest reinforcement, French handball player Sadu Ntanzi, who has been registered with the EHF and is eligible to play in the EHF European League. The addition boosts Pelister's options ahead of the away fixture.

Head coach Lino Červar has repeatedly said he intends to build a competitive, European-level team from the current roster; this match will be an early test of that project after the team's poor showing at home. Concerns remain over Nik Henigman, who picked up a blue card in the game against La Rioja and whose status adds uncertainty to Pelister's plans.

Gdańsk arrive in the tie with confidence after a surprise away win over Gummersbach, a result that should provide extra motivation for the Polish side when they host Pelister. Given the recent results, Pelister are not considered the favorite for this encounter.

The match between Gdańsk and Pelister is scheduled to start at 18:45 on October 6, 2026. Pelister will be aiming for a corrective performance on the road to regain momentum in the group.

Expectations around the French newcomer and Červar's ability to steady the team will be central storylines as the game unfolds in Gdańsk.

Photo: press material from the event