Israel's U18 Basketball Team Beats Denmark 91-75 to Reach European Championship Quarterfinals

Israel's under-18 basketball team secured a convincing 91-75 victory over Denmark in the round of 16 at the European Championship on July 29, 2026. Led by coach Nadav Zilberstein, the Israeli squad, which topped their group with an undefeated record including wins against Greece and France, entered the match as clear favorites against a Danish team that had not won in the group stage.

David Moses dominated early, establishing a double-digit lead in the first quarter. Unlike previous games, Aviv Aronov struggled in the first half, allowing Denmark to briefly take the lead. However, Omri Orland, who had been underperforming in the tournament, came off the bench to score 11 points in under three minutes during the second quarter, restoring Israel's double-digit advantage by halftime.

The third quarter saw continued momentum with strong performances from Moses and Rom Stoller, effectively shutting down Denmark's chances. Despite Denmark's comeback attempts in the final quarter, Aronov's key baskets prevented them from closing the gap. Moses once again led the team to a decisive win.

Israel now awaits the winner of the Slovenia-Latvia match for a quarterfinal showdown. A victory there would secure a spot in the semifinals and qualification for the under-19 World Championship. Given their impressive form and victories over strong teams, Israel's U18 team is considered a serious contender for a podium finish.