Six months after their last encounter, the women's handball teams from Metz and Györ faced off again in the fifth round of the Women's Champions League. The match was fast-paced, dramatic, and full of twists, ending in a 34-34 draw. The Hungarian team, Györ, managed to come back in the final moments of the game, showing resilience and tactical adjustments that helped them secure a tie. Both teams had undergone changes since their previous meeting. Györ welcomed new players like Sarah Bouktit and Thale Rushfeldt Deila, while several others, including Kari Brattset Dale and Estelle Nze Minko, returned from maternity leave. Metz, on the other hand, had no absences for this match, allowing them to field a full squad. The match started with strong defensive play from both sides, but Györ took an early lead by scoring two penalties. Metz responded by relying on their speed and shooting efficiency, eventually taking control of the first half. Per Anders Johansson, the Györ coach, made several substitutions, including bringing in Nze Minko and Zsofi Szemerey, which helped his team catch up. Despite a red card for Metz's Kristina Jörgensen after a hand-to-face incident involving Dione Housheer, the Hungarian side continued to push forward and eventually took the lead in the second half. After halftime, Metz introduced new players like Lyndie Tchapchet and Betchaidelle Ngombele, but Györ found their rhythm and Housheer scored her sixth goal of the match. A red card for Metz's Chloé Valentini shifted the momentum, giving Györ more control. In the final quarter, both teams traded points, with Metz briefly regaining the lead before facing a controversial referee decision and a key interception by Nze Minko. In the final moments, Housheer made a crucial play, allowing Györ to equalize and secure the draw. Looking ahead, Metz will host the German team HSG Blomberg Lippe in the sixth round of the Women's Champions League on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 18:00. The match promises to be another high-stakes encounter in the competition.