Odense Håndbold is banking on the experience of coach Ole Gustav Gjekstad and goalkeeper Katrine Lunde to guide them through their first-ever Champions League Final Four appearance. Gjekstad previously led Vipers Kristiansand to three consecutive Champions League titles, while Lunde boasts an impressive seven CL titles in her career.

Mie Højlund emphasized the practical contributions of Gjekstad and Lunde in preparing for the Final Four in Budapest. Their experience has been invaluable in planning logistics and ensuring the team is well-prepared off the court.

The team acknowledges that performing under pressure will be vital. Louise Burgaard acknowledged the value of having Gjekstad and Lunde on the team. Odense will face Metz in the semi-final.

According to Højlund, it will be absolutely crucial for Odense’s more inexperienced team that they do not think too much about what they are in. Coolness will be crucial for them.