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Handball Positions Guide

Understand the seven handball positions and their roles in attack and defence.

Handball positions

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Frequently asked questions

How many players are on a handball team?

Seven on court — one goalkeeper and six outfield players. Squads have up to 14-16 players with unlimited rolling substitutions. The standard outfield setup is two wings, two backs, a centre back and a pivot.