Israel's U20 Women's Basketball Team Reaches Historic European Championship Final
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Israel's U20 women's basketball team made history by reaching the European Championship final after defeating Belgium 78-69. Maayan Cohen set a three-point record, and Gal Raviv posted a double-double. Israel will face France or Spain in the final as underdogs but aims for gold.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Israel's U20 women's basketball team reached the European Championship final for the first time.
- Israel defeated Belgium 78-69 with a strong early lead and solid defense.
- Maayan Cohen set a tournament record for three-pointers in the game.
- Gal Raviv recorded a double-double and is a candidate for tournament MVP.
- Belgium staged a late comeback but Israel held on to win.
- Israel will face the winner of France vs. Spain in the final as underdogs.
For the first time ever, Israel's under-20 women's basketball team has advanced to the final of the European Championship after a 78-69 victory over Belgium on July 11, 2026. The game saw Israel take an early 12-0 lead, demonstrating their readiness for this historic moment. Despite Belgium narrowing the gap, Israel maintained control, ending the first quarter 24-20 and the half 43-25. Maayan Cohen delivered an outstanding shooting performance, setting a tournament record for three-pointers, while Gal Raviv, a candidate for the tournament's MVP, recorded a double-double.
In the third quarter, Israel extended their lead to 50-26, but Belgium fought back to close the score to 63-46 by the quarter's end. The final quarter was marked by a strong Belgian comeback, reducing the deficit to nine points at 68-59. However, Israel's team kept their composure, hitting crucial three-pointers and strengthening their defense to secure the 78-69 win.
Israel will face the winner of the France-Spain match in the final, entering as underdogs. Nevertheless, the team has shown remarkable resilience throughout the tournament and is determined to claim the gold medal now that a podium finish is guaranteed.
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