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Today, the biggest basketball stage in Europe will reach its culmination.
Idman.biz reports that the final of "EuroBasket - 2025" will be played in "Arena Riga" hall, located in Riga.
The match will start at 22:00 Baku time.
Turkey and Germany will face each other in the final. Both teams advanced to the decisive stage with 8 wins without a single defeat during the tournament. This shows both their strength and how dramatic and tense the final will be.
The Road to the Semifinals
Turkey defeated Greece, the main pillar of the Athens basketball school, with a score of 94–68. Alperen Şengün and Ercan Osmanlı took over the leadership of the team and brought the Turks back to the final after many years.
Germany defeated Finland with a confident game. Dennis Schröder's control of the game, and Franz Wagner's brilliance in both attack and defense brought the Germans to the final.
Bookmakers' predictions
The most prestigious offices consider Germany the favorite. According to the odds, the German's chance of winning is rated higher: favorite at -130, while Turkey is in the outsider position with an index of +110. The total score limit is set at approximately 172. This indicates that the final will be high-tempo and high-scoring.
Expert opinions
Germany is known for its systematic playing style, stable defense and collective attacks. Schröder's playmaking and Wagner's versatile performance keep the team balanced. But their weakness is that they sometimes have difficulty against the opponent's physical strength and high tempo.
Turkey, on the other hand, stands out with its fast transitions, outside shots and individual bursts. The brilliance of Şengün and Osmanlı adds dynamism to the team. However, the Turks' occasional gaps in defense and the unstable performance of substitute players are their weak link.
Statistics and historical background
Germany scored more points on average during the tournament and is ahead in shooting efficiency. Turkey, on the other hand, is superior to its opponent in three-point shots and individual players' distinctions. Recent matches between the two teams have been very balanced.
An interesting point for Baku fans is that Turkey is reaching the European final for the first time in 24 years and has the opportunity to make history. Germany, on the other hand, wants to consolidate last year's world championship with the European throne.
Tonight, only one team will be declared the "King of Europe" at "Arena Riga". Although experts see the Germans as favorites, the high motivation of the Turks and the energy of their young stars make the final completely open. Whether it's dramatic last minutes or extra time – anything is possible.
Ali Veliyev
Idman.biz
