- Serbia defeated Lithuania in overtime
- The Netherlands beat Germany 16:14 in their quarter-final match
- Belgium and Latvia will play in the other semi-final
Serbia – Netherlands (kick-off at 7 PM CET)
Match Preview
In the second quarter-final, the Netherlands faced Germany, with the Dutch emerging victorious 16:14. This sets up a semi-final clash between Serbia and the Netherlands.
The Serbia vs. Netherlands match is scheduled to tip off at 7 PM CET this Sunday, provided there are no further delays due to weather conditions.
How Serbia Overcame Lithuania
Serbia started the game strong, building a three-point lead (7:4), but failed to break their opponent's resistance, allowing Lithuania to get back into the game. The middle of the match saw a back-and-forth battle, with neither team able to establish more than a one-point advantage. As the game neared its end, the Eagles seemed closer to victory.
However, with just 10 seconds left, the Lithuanians took a 19:18 lead. With two seconds remaining, Strahinja Stojačić was fouled and converted one of two free throws, sending the game into overtime. According to 3x3 basketball rules, the first team to score in overtime wins. Marko Branković sealed the victory for Serbia with a long-range shot, making the final score 21:19.
In the other semi-final, the winners of the Spain – France and Latvia – Belgium quarter-final matchups will face off, with that game expected to start at 7:30 PM CET.
The grand final is scheduled for this Sunday at 9:45 PM CET, while the bronze medal match will take place exactly one hour earlier.
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