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Top 10 Handball-Playing Nations in the World: A List Based on Rankings and Global Performance
Based on the latest international federation rankings and outstanding performances in global tournaments, here are the top 10 handball-playing nations in the world:
Top 10 Handball-Playing Nations
| Rank | Country | Playing Since (Approx. Year) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 1941 |
| 2 | Denmark | 1897 |
| 3 | Sweden | 1931 |
| 4 | Norway | 1937 |
| 5 | Spain | 1941 |
| 6 | Croatia | 1930s (Independent since 1991) |
| 7 | Germany | 1917 |
| 8 | Egypt | 1957 |
| 9 | Hungary | 1933 |
| 10 | Netherlands (or Portugal / Slovenia) | 1935 |
Key Points
- Dominance of European Nations: European countries have traditionally dominated the sport of handball, which is why most of the nations on the list are from Europe.
- France and Denmark: The teams from France and Denmark are considered the most successful and formidable at the international level, having won World Championship and Olympic titles multiple times.
- Rising Influence of Egypt: Among the top 10 nations, Egypt stands out as a country from the African continent that has consistently delivered excellent performances in handball on the global stage.
