FIBA U-18 AfroBasket: Nigeria Beats Egypt, Advances To Semi-Finals

Nigeria defeated Egypt 66-51 on Wednesday to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the FIBA U-18 Women’s AfroBasket Championship in Pretoria, South Africa.

This marks the first time in 14 years that the Nigerian team has advanced to the semi-finals

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Despite losing 72-60 to Egypt in the group stage, the Nigerian team overcame the two-time champions and last edition’s silver medalists in this crucial matchup.

Historically, the Nigerian U-18 Women’s team has never won the tournament and has only finished as runners-up once.

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In contrast, Mali holds the record with eight titles, while Egypt, Senegal, and DR Congo each have two titles.

The FIBA U-18 AfroBasket Championship also doubles as a qualification event for the FIBA U-19 Women’s World Cup.

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