EuroBasket 2025 will again be the greatest show of basketball talent on the planet. Only 24 teams will compete in an intense tournament format to win the coveted championship title. The tournament starts August 27 and goes through September 14. Group stages to take place in Cyprus, Finland, Latvia and Poland. The knockout phase will conclude in Riga, Latvia, where basketball fans should prepare for some of the fiercest competition and most dramatic finishes of the summer.
The tournament will be divided into four pots of six teams. The first four teams from each group will move on to the knockout phase. That opens the door for both experienced pros and up-and-coming talents to make their mark on the continental stage.
Group Divisions and Notable Players
Group A presents an exciting, unpredictable collection of squads. It features Germany, Sweden, Turkey, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Montenegro, Estonia, Latvia, Finland, Great Britain, Portugal, and Serbia. This cohort includes the more competitive squads more able to pull off the upset.
Group B features Germany, Finland, Great Britain, Lithuania, Sweden, and Montenegro. Characterized by a blend of savvy and rookie, this assembly delivers suspenseful jousts—aspects.
Adrenaline-filled environments will abound as fans join these teams in intense competition on the road to further success.
We underestimate the difficulty of Group D, which will bring on might like Iceland, France, Slovenia, Poland, Belgium and Israel. On this list are some of the most recognizable NBA stars, each an important player on their own national team. Among them are Luka Doncic from Slovenia, Nikola Jokic from Serbia, Giannis Antetokounmpo from Greece, Kristaps Porzingis from Latvia, Lauri Markkanen from Finland, and Franz Wagner from Germany.
Knockout Phase and Key Match Dates
As soon as the group stage ends, the knockout phase will get underway in Riga. The quarterfinals will take place September 10 and 12. The winners of these high-stakes elimination match-ups will move on to face each other in the semifinals.
Those semifinals will happen on September 14. Fans of basketball — and democracy — will want to mark their calendars. Don’t miss what’s bound to be an exhilarating third-place game, which takes place at 10 a.m. on the same day! The championship game is set to start at 2 p.m., ensuring a riveting finish to the tournament.
Host Cities and Fan Engagement
The cities hosting the group play matchups are Cyprus, Finland, Latvia, and Poland. They will both serve as dynamic settings for a highly competitive opening slate of matches. Each participating city will have captivating programming to excite local fans and build a joyful environment, welcoming all to cheer on their national teams.
It’s going to be a heck of a ride in Riga, Latvia, but the real thrill awaits in the knockout rounds. Fans can anticipate a thrilling environment as they cheer for their favorite teams in one of Europe’s most passionate basketball cities.
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