SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA (Spain) — Four powerhouses punched their tickets to the semi-finals after a dramatic day of quarter-final action at the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket 2025.
The Results
Belgium 63, Poland 57 — Belgium weathered a spirited Polish challenge to advance, relying on their depth and composure in the closing minutes to pull away.
Finland 64, Montenegro 52 — Finland's suffocating defense held Montenegro to just 52 points, continuing their impressive tournament run and validating their status as genuine contenders.
France 72, Italy 34 — The defending champions delivered the most dominant performance of the quarter-final round, racing to a 27-8 first-quarter lead and never looking back. Italy had no answer for France's relentless intensity on both ends.
Spain 89, Serbia 65 — The hosts put on a show for their fans, with Sara Okeke contributing 18 points and 5 assists in a comprehensive victory. Spain's offense clicked on all cylinders, moving the ball with purpose and finishing with precision.
Classification Highlights
In the 9th-16th classification round, Hungary, Slovenia, Czechia, and Latvia all recorded wins. Latvia's Anna Liepina was particularly impressive, posting a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds while going 7-for-7 from the free throw line.
Semi-Final Matchups
The semi-finals were set: Finland vs Belgium and France vs Spain — a Final Four lineup featuring the four strongest programs in European youth women's basketball.