KIGALI (Rwanda) – The stakes of the FIBA AfroBasket Women’s Final 2023 are such that it could go down in the history books as one of the most balanced finals.
From experienced players to talented players, this year’s AfroBasket women’s final is a match not to be missed. It will end on Saturday August 5 with the final clash between Nigeria and Senegal.
HOW TO WATCH THE 2023 AFROBASKET WOMEN’S FINAL:
Fans wishing to attend the matches at the BK Arena in Kigali can purchase their tickets on the online platform TICQETaccording to the Rwanda Basketball Federation (FERWABA). CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS.
Another option to watch the Women’s AfroBasket 2023 is the site COURTSIDE 1891.
Both teams have exceeded expectations by reaching the final and will give everything they have to bring home the most coveted trophy in women’s basketball in Africa.
This match will also go down in history as the one that gave Senegal their 12th continental crown, or that saw Nigeria lift the trophy for the fourth edition in a row, becoming the second nation to do so after… the Senegal in 1974, 1977, 1979 and 1981.
So hang on to your seats and prepare for the final showdown.
Before kick-off, FIBA.basketball brings you some facts and figures about the two finalists.
HOW THEY QUALIFIED FOR THE FINAL
Nigeria started their tournament smoothly and have maintained a perfect record since stepping onto the floor of the BK Arena.
Their campaign at the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2023 resulted in significant victories over DR Congo, Egypt, Mozambique and Rwanda.
Senegal, meanwhile, are on a 3-2 series.
While the Lionesses suffered defeats against Uganda and Mali, they then changed their ways and beat Egypt, Cameroon and Mali to advance to the final.
REMAKE
The FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2023 Final will be a replay of the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2019 hosted by Senegal. Nigeria won their second straight title after beating the hosts 60-55 in a packed Dakar Arena.
The two teams will meet again later, this time in the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Semi-Finals in Yaoundé, Cameroon, and Nigeria will come out on top once again with a flawless 73-63 victory.
Nigeria would later win the famous treble in the Cameroonian capital.
AFRICAN TITLES
These two countries share 16 titles. But the most successful team is Senegal, who have won the trophy 11 times, in 1974, 1977, 1979, 1981, 1984, 1990, 1993, 1997, 2001, 2009 and 2015.
Nigeria have been at the top of women’s basketball in Africa five times: 2003, 2005, 2017, 2019 and 2021. Who will add a new trophy to their list on August 5?
THE CAPTAINS
Both team captains enjoyed the honor of winning the Women’s AfroBasket final.
Aya Traore, captain of Senegal, participated in six editions of the tournament (2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017), played four finals and was crowned MVP twice (2009, 2015).
Sarah Ogoke, the Nigerian captain, has also participated in five women’s AfroBasket (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2021).
Excluded from the Nigerian selection for Tokyo 2020, Ogoke has reached the final three times and has yet to lose any. This will be her seventh participation in the women’s AfroBasket, just like her Senegalese counterpart.
OTHER PLAYERS
Apart from the experienced captains, a number of players have also participated in different editions of the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket.
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Among them, Oumoul Saar, Couna Dao, Yacine Diop and Fatou Dieng have all worn the colors of Senegal in the last editions of the tournament.
Amy Okonkwo, Pallas Kuyani-Akpanah and Nicole Enabosi answered Nigeria’s call when it came to defending the country in the competition.
A BATTLE OF SNIPPERS
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Two players have distinguished themselves within their respective teams.
Cierra Dillard was instrumental in Senegal’s comeback, averaging 21 points per game, while Amy Okonkwo led the charge for Nigeria averaging 18.3 points per game.
The battle between the two snipers promises to be epic. Who will lead his country to continental glory?
GAYE vs. WAKAMA
Rena Wakama is the only woman to lead the 2023 edition of FIBA’s flagship women’s event.
And if she leads Nigeria to victory, she will be the first female coach to accomplish this feat in the history of FIBA Women’s AfroBasket.
Rena Wakama
On the other hand, if Senegal wins the tournament, Moustapha Gaye will add a new medal to his collection after those he obtained in 2009 and 2015.
FIBA
2023-08-04 23:28:38
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