Mathias Gidsel is a Danish professional handball player, born on 8 February 1999, who plays as a right back for Füchse Berlin and for the Danish national team. He is considered one of the best players of all time and is the first player to win the IHF World Player of the Year award three years in a row, in 2023, 2024 and 2025. He is a three-time IHF World Champion, in 2021, 2023 and 2025, and an Olympic gold medalist from 2024. At the 2025 World Championship he was named most valuable player and top scorer with 74 goals, helping Denmark extend its streak to four consecutive titles. He is known for his shooting efficiency, high scoring volume and stamina.
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a three-time IHF World Champion (2021, 2023, 2025), and an Olympic gold medalist (2024)
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plays as a right back for Füchse Berlin and the Danish national team
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