Armenia Defeats Albania in Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers

Armenia’s national basketball team achieved an important victory against Albania in the first round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifiers. The match took place in Tirana, Albania, where the Armenian players delivered a strong performance, winning with a final score of 91-70.

This victory marked Armenia’s second win against Albania in the qualifiers. In their first encounter, Armenia had already shown its strength, securing a close 84-79 victory. The latest win demonstrated the team’s growth and determination as they wrapped up their participation in the first round.

Armenia competed in Group C alongside Albania and Austria. While they managed to win both matches against Albania, they faced challenges against Austria. The Austrian team proved to be a tough opponent, defeating Armenia in both games with significant point differences. The first match ended with Austria winning 106-91, and in the second game, Austria dominated with a 129-80 victory.

With these results, Austria secured first place in Group C and earned a spot in the next round of the qualifiers. Despite Armenia’s strong efforts, their losses to Austria prevented them from advancing further in the competition.

Although Armenia did not progress to the next round, their victories over Albania reflect positive growth in the team’s performance. Competing at the international level provides valuable experience, and the players demonstrated skill and teamwork throughout the tournament. These achievements can serve as a foundation for future success in Armenian basketball.

As the journey for the 2027 Basketball World Cup continues, Armenia’s national team will look to build on their experience, strengthen their squad, and prepare for future international competitions. Their performance in this qualifier shows promise for the development of basketball in the country and inspires hope for better results in upcoming tournaments.