ZRHK TENAX Dobele Triumphs Over MSĢ in Dominant Fashion

January 18, 2025

Dobele, Latvia – In an electrifying match at Dobeles sporta centrs, ZRHK TENAX Dobele secured a commanding 36-20 victory over MSĢ in the Baltic Handball League. The visitors showcased their dominance with an all-round team performance, leaving the home side struggling to keep pace. This victory mirrored their previous meeting, which also ended with the same scoreline in favor of ZRHK TENAX Dobele.

A Competitive First Half

The match began with a spirited exchange, as both teams traded early goals. MSĢ’s Endijs Šnepsts opened the scoring for the home side, but ZRHK TENAX Dobele quickly responded with goals from Nikita Pančenko and Antons Šuleiko. The first half remained tightly contested, with ZRHK TENAX Dobele leading 15-12 at halftime. Einārs Borisovs was a standout performer for MSĢ, scoring four goals in the opening period, while Aliaksandr Patcykailik and Kārlis Krūmiņš kept the visitors ahead with crucial strikes.

ZRHK TENAX Dobele Pulls Away

The second half was a showcase of ZRHK TENAX Dobele’s attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Kārlis Krūmiņš was in sensational form, scoring eight goals from as many attempts, while Antons Šuleiko added six goals to the tally. The visitors extended their lead steadily, taking full advantage of MSĢ’s missed opportunities. Aliaksandr Patcykailik’s clinical performance, including two successful seven-meter throws, further widened the gap. MSĢ struggled to find their rhythm in attack, with key players like Elgars Kušners and Mārcis Drēviņš unable to capitalize on their chances.

Key Moments

The turning point came early in the second half when ZRHK TENAX Dobele’s disciplined defense and swift counterattacks overwhelmed MSĢ. A critical sequence saw Kārlis Krūmiņš and Aliaksandr Patcykailik score back-to-back goals, extending the lead to 20-14. MSĢ’s attempts to close the gap were thwarted by a series of missed shots and two-minute suspensions that disrupted their momentum.

Top Performers

• Kārlis Krūmiņš (ZRHK TENAX Dobele): An impeccable performance with eight goals from eight shots, cementing his role as the match’s standout player.
• Aliaksandr Patcykailik (ZRHK TENAX Dobele): Contributed seven goals, including two vital seven-meter conversions.
• Antons Šuleiko (ZRHK TENAX Dobele): Consistently effective with six goals, adding depth to the team’s attack.
• Einārs Borisovs (MSĢ): The home team’s leading scorer with five goals, showing resilience despite the team’s struggles.

Statistical Highlights

• ZRHK TENAX Dobele displayed superior accuracy, with multiple players maintaining perfect or near-perfect shooting records.
• MSĢ’s missed opportunities, including 11 shots off target, proved costly.
• Discipline played a significant role, with MSĢ receiving four two-minute suspensions compared to ZRHK TENAX Dobele’s three.