Tickets for the HC Alkaloid – Bjerringbro-Silkeborg match, scheduled for the third round of the EHF European League on November 14, 2023 (Tuesday), with kick-off at 6:45 PM, are now available for purchase.

Tickets for the HC Alkaloid vs. Bjerringbro-Silkeborg match can be purchased through the MKTickets sales network.

РК Алкалоид – РК Силкеборг

The ticket prices for the duel at the Jane Sandanski SC in Skopje are set at 100 MKD and 150 MKD. Blocks 1, 2, 9, and 10 are available for 100 MKD, while blocks 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 are priced at 150 MKD.

Dear Members of the Media,

We would like to notify you regarding the start of media and media workers accreditation process for the upcoming match in the third round of group F in the EHF European League between the teams of HC Alkaloid and Bjerringbro-Silkeborg from Denmark, set to be held on November 14 (Tuesday), at 06:45 PM at the Jane Sandanski SC in Skopje.

Journalists from print media and portals, including photographers, must submit their accreditation requests to the following email address: [email protected] not later than on November 12, 2023 (Sunday).

Television channels, web-TVs, podcasts, as well as radio stations and web radios, must apply directly to EHF for accreditation to cover the match. To submit accreditation requests, please use EHF’s online accreditation platform: https://accreditation.ehf.eu

The accreditations will be distributed during the press conference scheduled for November 13, 2023, to announce the match. You will be timely informed regarding this event.

HC BUTEL SKOPJE – HC MULTI ESSENCE 31-23 (16-10)

Venue: Jane Sandanski in Skopje. Referees: Gjoko Kolevski and Sasho Krkachev. Controller: Marjan Nachevski

HC BUTEL SKOPJE: Blazhevski, Andrevski 1, Pejkovski 2, Stojanovski 2, Gjeorgievski 2, Nikolov 4, Krstevski 1, Ivanic 5, Stojanoski, Spasovski 6, Georgiev, Jeftic 5, Vasilevski, Mihajlovikj 2, Cvetkovski, Davitkovski 1

Seven-meter throws: 2/3 Suspensions: 6 min.

HC MULTI ESSENCE: Ermonoski, Dimevski 2, Kostovski 1, Ilieski 5, D. Uzunchev 2, Petreski 1, Trajchev, Trajkovski, Vasilevski 1, Todeski, T. Uzunchev 3, Dimovski 1, Trajkovski, Jordanov 5, Karasmanakis 2

Seven-meter throws: 2/2 Suspensions: /

HC Multi Essence failed to pull off an upset against the seasoned and senior team of HC Butel Skopje in the 10th round of the men’s Super League.

This evening, during their visit at the Jane Sandanski arena, the young players of HC Multi Essence played to a score of 23-31, thus the points were claimed by HC Butel Skopje.

The outcome of the match was determined midway through the first half, following HC Multi Essence’s brief 5-3 lead, the home team found a good tempo, embarking on a 7-0 streak. This propelled them to a 10-5 advantage, and by halftime, they extended the lead by another goal, heading into the break with a score of 16-10.

The score was balanced in the second half, with the home team maintaining a secure lead ranging between five and seven goals (19-14, 22-27, 25-18…).

Towards the end, the pace quickened, featuring smooth transitions but also numerous missed opportunities from both teams, concluding the match with a score of 31-23.

HC ALKALOID – CHC OHRID 30-24 (15-12)

Venue: Avtokomanda in Skopje. Referees: Gjorgji Nachevski and Slave Nikolov. Controller: Kamer Metalari

HC ALKALOID: Galevski 1 (17 saves), Djonov 2, Mladenovikj 2, Markoski, Serafimov 6, Stojchevikj, Stojkovic 1, M. Mitev 5, Gjorgiev 2, Velkovski 2, Omeragikj, Trajkoski, Bingo 6, Petkovski 1, D. Mitev, Savrevski 2

Seven-meter throws: 4/5 Suspensions: 6 min.

CHC OHRID: Brkic, Gjorgjeski, Ojleski, Andonoski, Stoilevski, Drogrishki 1, Shipinkoski, D. Andonoski 1, Taseski 3, Safranko 2, Kukoski, Krstevski 2, Sesic, Orjonikidze 6, Bojanic 6, Cirar 3

Seven-meter throws: 2/3 Suspensions: 8 min.

HC Alkaloid lived up to their frontrunner status and secured their ninth consecutive victory in the first phase of the Super League.

In the derby match held at the Avtokomanda arena this evening, they faced off against CHC Ohrid, one of the strongest teams in the domestic championship.

After briefly trailing 3-4, HC Alkaloid gained control of the match, establishing a 6-4 lead, which they maintained throughout the game.

Goalkeeper Ivan Galevski emerged as the star of today’s match. The 19-year-old netkeeper, who got the chance to play ahead of Blagojche Trajkoski, delivered an outstanding performance with one goal scored and 17 successful saves.

On the offensive front, Arnaud Bingo demonstrated his speed and astuteness, delivering several remarkable goals at critical junctures.

Following their 6-4 lead, HC Alkaloid extended their advantage to 10-7, maintaining a three-goal lead that carried over to halftime with a score of 15-12.

In the second half, the early minutes saw a back-and-forth exchange of goals, but HC Alkaloid eventually gained the upper hand, extending their lead to four goals (24-20), followed by 27-21, with the match concluding with a final score of 30-24.

Starting from Monday, several HC Alkaloid players will transition from their club responsibilities to their national team duties, and the next championship match is scheduled for the second week of November when they will face E. Pelister 2 in Bitola.

HC MULTI ESSENCE – HC E. PELISTER 26-36 (13-17)

Venue: Avtokomanda in Skopje. Referees: Rubin Sedloski and Goran Angeleski. Controller: Aco Nikolovski

HC MULTI ESSENCE: Ermonoski, Dimevski 5, Kostovski, Ilieski 3, Petkovski, D. Uzunchev 2, Trajchev, Omeragikj 2, Ivanoski, Vasilevski, Todeski, T. Uzunchev 5, Dimovski 4, Jordanov, Karasmanakis 5

Seven-meter throws: 2/2 Suspensions: 8 min.

HC E. PELISTER: Ghedbane, Kizikj, Cehte 2, Kuzmanoski 2, Tajnik, Borzas, Tankoski 2, Kosteski 6, Nielsen 2, Wilson, Petrovic 11, Petar Atanasijevikj 1, Gjorgovski 3, Peshevski 2, Pavle Atanasijevikj 4, Stevanovic 1

Seven-meter throws: 3/4 Suspensions: 6 min.

HC Multi Essence faced one of the group favorites today, HC E. Pelister. The latter outperformed our team and with a final score of 36-26 won the points from the championship duel held at the Avtokomanda arena.

The start of the match proved challenging for our young team, resulting in a rapid deficit (1-4, 3-9). However, they managed to level the score, and by halftime, HC Multi Essence had cut the deficit to two goals, heading into the break with a score of 13-17.

The second half of the match maintained a similar tempo, with the visiting team extending their lead to double digits. The score largely revolved around that margin until the end of the game. Ultimately, the match concluded with a final score of 26-36.

David Dimevski, Todor Uzunchev and Valentin Karasmanakis were our team’s top scorers netting five goals each.

As the international break is approaching, in the next round, scheduled for the second week of November, HC Multi Essence will be facing HC Butel Skopje in the away court.

LOGROÑO LA RIOJA – HC ALKALOID 29-29 (18-15)

La Rioja Sports Hall in Logroño, Spain. Referees: Ivars Cernavskis and Edmunds Bogdanovs from Latvia. Delegate: Marco Brandi from Italy

LOGROÑO LA RIOJA: Soler 2, Preciado 7, Fernández 4, Ponciano, Zaja 3, Tuá 2, Uríos 3, Ortíz, Palasics, D. Cadarso 4, Palomino 3, E. Cadarso 1, Abdelmotaleb

Seven-meter throws: 2/2 Suspensions: 4 min.

ALKALOID: Romero, Trajkoski, Djonov 6, Markoski 2 Mladenovikj, Serafimov 3, Stojchevikj, Stojkovic 2, M. Mitev 2, Gjorgiev, Velkovski 4, Omeragikj, Bingo 7, Petkovski 3, D. Mitev, Savrevski

Seven-meter throws: 1/1 Suspensions: 6 min.

HC Alkaloid commenced the match with less anxiety, despite some missed shots and technical errors. The home team initially maintained control and gained a 4-1 lead. Arnaud Bingo was in a goal-scoring mood and until the first crisis passed he kept the team in the game. Subsequently, Alkaloid overcame the pressure, with other players contributing to tie the game at 7-7 within the first 14 minutes of play.

However, the home team maintained a high conversion rate, allowing them to maintain their lead, while Alkaloid consistently remained close, just a step behind. But whenever we were in a position to equalize, technical errors or the opposing goalkeeper’s strong defense thwarted our efforts. As a result, La Rioja retained their lead until the end of the first half. With the final goal, they managed to reestablish a three-goal lead, setting the score at 18-15.

At the start of the second half, Blagojche Trajkovski found his form between the posts. His strong performance allowed HC Alkaloid to go on a scoring spree, reversing the score from a 20-16 deficit to a 20-21 lead with five goals. From that point on, the match in Spain turned into a tense, nerve-wracking battle. HC Alkaloid had several opportunities to extend their lead to a two-goal advantage, but their lack of experience proved costly, resulting in missed scoring opportunities.

La Rioja capitalized on this, taking a 27-25 lead with seven minutes remaining. However, Trajkovski once again delivered a stellar performance, making two crucial saves and, combined with Djonov’s sixth goal, brought the score to a draw at 28-28. In the final play of the match, winger Petkovski scored, securing a draw and the first point in our team’s history.

Post-match statements:

ARNAUD BINGO: “It is not easy for the young players in our team to compete against teams that have extensive experience and numerous appearances in European competitions. Hence, I believe this is a good result for the club. Nevertheless, I also know that we can perform much better.”

IVAN DJONOV: “The draw is a favorable outcome, but we missed the opportunity to secure two points. Our focus dropped. At one point, we had a series of unsuccessful attacks. Our opponents also made errors and missed opportunities, but if we capitalized on our chances, we could have come out victorious. We are content with the draw, but we will not stop there. We will approach every upcoming match with the determination to win.”