RK Krim OTP Group Mercator suffered a 22:29 (9:18) defeat against Norwegian side Sola Håndballklubb in Round 7 of the EHF Champions League Women at Arena Stožice. After a difficult first half, Krim showed improvement after the break, but it was not enough to turn the game around.
Krim OTP Group Mercator delivered a very strong performance on a demanding away trip in France and remained in contention for a positive result against Brest, last season’s EHF Champions League Final4 participants, practically until the very end. The hosts showed greater composure in the closing minutes and secured a 28:25 victory, but the young Ljubljana side leave Brittany with plenty of positives to build on as they continue their European campaign.
RK Krim OTP Group Mercator opened their 32nd consecutive season in the EHF Champions League with a defeat against CSM București. Despite being severely depleted, Krim produced an excellent first half at Arena Stožice and went into the break leading 19:17, before CSM’s quality and squad depth made the difference in the second half as the visitors eventually won 37:29.
Krim OTP Group Mercator will face Team Esbjerg, CSM București, FTC, Brest Bretagne Handball, Borussia Dortmund, Sola HK and Budućnost in the group stage of the 2026/27 EHF Champions League, which begins on 5/6 September.
RK Krim OTP Group Mercator will enter the 2026/27 season with a new head coach. The first team will be led by Danish expert Rasmus Rygaard Poulsen, who arrives in Ljubljana with international experience and a modern approach to team and player development.
Today, the handball players of RK Krim OTP Group Mercator visited children at the Pediatric Clinic in Ljubljana. The purpose of the visit was simple yet deeply meaningful: to bring young fighters a moment of energy, hope, and an honest smile during the festive season.
Krim OTP Group Mercator is more than just a club. It is a story of generations — of players, coaches, fans, and countless unforgettable moments. For more than three decades, it has been a symbol of persistence, dedication, and top-level handball.
The KRIM Handball Club is opening a new chapter in its rich history. We are proud to present OTP Group as the new general sponsor, together with our partners OTP Banka and Mendota Invest with the Emonika project.
Krim Mercator will be stronger for the new season with another promising addition. Joining us from Ludwigsburg, 21-year-old right back Anne With Johansen arrives from Denmark.
Krim Mercator is welcoming back a familiar face – Serbian national team goalkeeper Jovana Risović is returning to Ljubljana, where she already made a strong impact during her previous spell.
