Christian Dissinger (born 22 July 1991 in Lahr, Germany) is a German professional handball player who primarily plays the left back position. He has represented the Germany men’s national handball team in multiple international competitions and has played for several top-tier clubs in Europe.
Early Life and Education
Dissinger was raised in the Black Forest region of Germany. He began playing handball at a young age in local youth programs before joining the youth academy of HSG Bad Dürrheim.
Club Career
| Years | Club | League |
|---|---|---|
| 2009–2010 | HSG Bad Dürrheim | Handball-Bundesliga (Germany) |
| 2010–2014 | HSV Hamburg | Handball-Bundesliga (Germany) |
| 2014–2017 | THW Kiel | Handball-Bundesliga (Germany) |
| 2015–2016 | → FC Barcelona (loan) | Liga ASOBAL (Spain) |
| 2017–2021 | SC Magdeburg | Handball-Bundesliga (Germany) |
| 2021–present | Paris Saint‑Germain Handball | LNH Division 1 (France) |
Note: Exact transfer dates and contract details are subject to club announcements and may vary.
During his tenure with HSV Hamburg, Dissinger contributed to the club’s participation in the EHF Champions League. While at THW Kiel, he was part of squads that won the German championship and the DHB-Pokal. His loan spell at FC Barcelona allowed him to compete in the Spanish league and the European Cup. At SC Magdeburg, he helped the team secure the German Cup (2020) and reach the later stages of the EHF European League.
International Career
Dissinger made his senior debut for the Germany national handball team in 2012. He has earned over 70 caps and scored more than 150 goals for his country. Major tournaments in which he has participated include:
- 2016 European Men’s Handball Championship – Germany finished as runners‑up.
- 2016 Summer Olympics (Rio de Janeiro) – Member of the German Olympic squad.
- 2020 European Men’s Handball Championship – Contributed to Germany’s competitive performance.
- 2021 World Men’s Handball Championship – Part of the German roster.
Playing Style
Standing at 2.02 m (6 ft 7 in), Dissinger combines height with physical strength, making him an effective shooter from the backcourt. He is known for powerful long‑range throws, solid defensive work, and the ability to create scoring opportunities for teammates.
Honours
Club
- German Bundesliga Champion: 2015 (THW Kiel)
- DHB‑Pokalm (German Cup): 2015 (THW Kiel), 2020 (SC Magdeburg)
- Spanish Liga ASOBAL Champion: 2016 (FC Barcelona, loan)
International
- European Championship Silver Medal: 2016 (Germany)
Personal Life
Dissinger maintains a low public profile outside of handball. He is engaged in community outreach programs promoting youth participation in sports.
References
- German Handball Federation (DHB) player profile archives.
- Club announcements from HSV Hamburg, THW Kiel, FC Barcelona, SC Magdeburg, and Paris Saint‑Germain Handball.
- Official statistics from the International Handball Federation (IHF) and European Handball Federation (EHF).