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FIBA U-19 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria’s D’Tigress Face Portugal in Pivotal Group B Clash

Posted : 15 July 2025

Nigeria’s U-19 women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, will go head-to-head with Portugal in a decisive Group B encounter at the ongoing FIBA U-19 Women’s Basketball World Cup, with both sides tied at 1–1 after two rounds of play.

 

Nigeria opened their campaign with a thrilling 93–88 victory over China, showcasing grit and offensive power. However, they struggled to match Canada’s high-intensity play, falling heavily 113–42 in their second game.

 

Portugal’s journey has mirrored Nigeria’s. After an 88–49 loss to Canada, they bounced back with a commanding 75–52 win over China, setting up a winner-takes-all battle between the two nations.

 

Statistically, Nigeria holds a slight edge in key metrics such as points per game (67.5 vs. 62), rebounds (44 vs. 43.5), and steals (11 vs. 8.5). However, Portugal outpaces Nigeria in assists, averaging 15 to Nigeria’s 12, reflecting their stronger ball movement.

 

Key players to watch include Clara Silva, Portugal’s leading scorer at 18.5 points per game, and Nora Ezike, who tops Nigeria’s chart with 13 points per game. Both teams are nearly identical in shooting efficiency, but Nigeria leads in free throw percentage with 69.8% compared to Portugal’s 56%.

 

Although Nigeria entered the tournament as the lowest-ranked team in their group, their performance so far suggests they should not be underestimated. With a place in the knockout stage at stake, this fixture promises to be a fierce and tightly contested battle.

 

Fans can expect a high-energy, physical game, with both teams fighting to keep their tournament hopes alive.

 

 

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