Slovan vs Valur: match preview on 6 October 2026

Slovan and Valur both secured their opening victories in the 2026–27 EHF European League. The standings reflect this parity: Valur occupy the top position, while Slovan remain in second. Both clubs have played one match, won one, and finished with two points.

Slovan’s form heading into the competition is strong. In their previous five matches they recorded four wins and one defeat, scoring 177 goals and conceding 141. Their most recent result was a 46–28 home win against Skofljica in the 1. NLB Liga on 3 October 2026. Prior to that, they defeated Tatabanya 36–31 away in the European League on 30 September. Valur’s record is less dominant. Their last five games produced three wins and two losses, with 190 goals scored and 178 conceded. They beat Thor Akureyri 40–35 away in the Olis Deildin on 2 October 2026, after beating Mors 39–28 at home in the European League on 29 September.

The result places both teams on an equal footing after the first round of fixtures. Valur lead the table by virtue of ranking, while Slovan follow closely behind. Both have demonstrated the ability to win their opening European League matches.