Greece’s national basketball team has been handed a challenging group for the Eurobasket 2025 tournament, drawn alongside powerhouses Spain and Italy, as well as Georgia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and host nation Cyprus in Group B.
The draw, conducted by European basketball legends Nikos Zisis and Rudy Fernández, sets the stage for an exciting competition as the “Galazolefki” aim to advance from the group stage.
The Group B matches will take place in Limassol, Cyprus, with the top four teams from each group progressing to the knockout rounds. Greece’s group will cross paths with Group D in the next phase, adding further intrigue to their campaign. The tournament kicks off on August 27 and concludes with the final phase in Riga, Latvia, on September 14.
Greece’s Group B Opponents:
– Cyprus
– Bosnia-Herzegovina
– Georgia
– Italy
– Spain
Greece’s Schedule:
– August 28: Greece vs. Italy
– August 30: Greece vs. Cyprus
– August 31: Greece vs. Georgia
– September 2: Greece vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina
– September 4: Greece vs. Spain
Despite the tough competition, Greece’s rich basketball tradition and passionate fanbase will be key as they face off against reigning European giants Spain and a formidable Italian side. The matches against Georgia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, as well as the host Cyprus team, will also be crucial for securing a spot in the next round.
Other Eurobasket Groups:
Group A (Portugal, Estonia, Latvia, Turkey, Serbia, Czech Republic)
Group C (Germany, Finland, Great Britain, Lithuania, Sweden, Montenegro)
Group D (Iceland, France, Slovenia, Poland, Belgium, Israel)
The Eurobasket 2025 tournament promises high stakes and thrilling action, with Greece determined to make a strong showing on the international stage. Fans across the globe will be watching closely as the “Galazolefki” battle it out in Cyprus this summer.