The stage is set for an exciting EuroBasket 2025 final, as both Germany and Turkey won their semifinal matches on Friday. Germany defeated Finland, while Turkey secured a convincing victory over Greece. Both teams will enter the championship game with perfect 8-0 records, promising a thrilling battle for the gold medal.
In Sunday’s other game, Greece and Finland will play for the bronze medal.
## 🇩🇪 Germany Powers Past Finland
Led by the strong play of Franz Wagner and Dennis Schröder, Germany overcame a tough Finland team with a 98-86 victory. The reigning World Cup champions set the pace early and maintained their composure to secure their spot in the final. Their win continues an impressive undefeated run in the tournament.
## 🇹🇷 Turkey Dominates Greece in Decisive Win
In the other semifinal, Turkey delivered a powerful performance to beat Greece 94-68. The team was led by Alperen Sengun, who had 15 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists, while Ercan Osmani was the top scorer with 28 points. A key 12-0 run in the second quarter helped Turkey pull away. Greece struggled with turnovers, and star player Giannis Antetokounmpo was limited to just 12 points.
## 🏆 An Undefeated Final Awaits
The final on Sunday will see Turkey compete for the EuroBasket title for the first time in 24 years. For Germany, it is a chance to add another gold medal to their collection, following a gold in 1993 and a bronze in 2022. Interestingly, Germany narrowly defeated Turkey 73-71 in a friendly match just before the tournament began, adding extra excitement to this championship clash.
