Denmark have revealed a strong 19‑man roster with high hopes of securing European Championship glory on home soil next January. While the squad is packed with world‑class experience, there’s room for one debutant pushing to make his mark, according to a press release from the Danish handball federation.
Head coach Nikolaj Jacobsen unveiled a robust squad for the EHF Euro 2026, blending seasoned champions with rising talent. Reigning world and Olympic champions, Denmark head into the tournament as major favourites.
Among the selected players, 23‑year‑old playmaker Mads Svane earns a call‑up despite never having played a senior international match – a sign of his impressive form for Bjerringbro‑Silkeborg and the team’s need for extra creativity in the centre.
Also included is right wing Frederik Bo Andersen, adding specialist width to Denmark’s attack.
The squad in full:
Goalkeepers
Emil Nielsen, FC Barcelona
Kevin Møller, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Wingers
Emil Jakobsen, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Magnus Landin, THW Kiel
Johan P. Hansen, Skanderborg AGF Håndbold
Niclas Kirkeløkke, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Frederik Bo Andersen, HSV Hamburg
Pivots
Magnus Saugstrup, SC Magdeburg
Lukas Jørgensen, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Simon Hald, Aalborg Håndbold
Emil Bergholt, Skjern Håndbold
Back court
Mathias Gidsel, Füchse Berlin
Mads Hoxer, Aalborg Håndbold
Simon Pytlick, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Rasmus Lauge, Bjerringbro-Silkeborg
Lasse Andersson, Füchse Berlin
Lasse Møller, SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Mads Mensah, Skjern Håndbold
Mads Svane, Bjerringbro-Silkeborg