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German Basketball-EM Round of 16: Clash of Complementary Forces

Powerhouse Germany, the dominant force in the Basketball European Championship, will square off against a defensive-minded opponent in the round of 16.

Round 16 of the German Basketball-EM sets the stage for a clash of contrasts
Round 16 of the German Basketball-EM sets the stage for a clash of contrasts

German Basketball-EM Round of 16: Clash of Complementary Forces

In the heart of Riga, Latvia, today at 14:15 CET, the German basketball team will face Portugal in the round of 16 of the EuroBasket 2025. This highly anticipated match will be broadcast on RTL and Magentasport.

The German team, currently the clear favourites, aims to set the tone from the start against Portugal. Their assistant coach, Alan Ibrahimagic, expects Portugal to try to slow them down, but Germany is ready for the challenge.

Ibrahimagic demands a high-pressure performance from the German team from the start, emphasising the importance of maintaining their impressive form. The team has been scoring the most points in the European Championship, a testament to their offensive prowess.

The reigning world champions left their opponents in the group stage with no chance, and they are determined to continue their winning streak against Portugal. However, Portugal has shown a solid defensive performance in the European Championship, holding their opponents to 80 points or less four times in the group stage.

Portugal prefers a slow pace and focuses on defense in their play. Yet, they have not yet shown signs of defeating Germany in the European Championship. Alex Mumbru, the head coach, is set to return to his role after recovering from a stomach illness, and he is expected to watch the match against Portugal.

Mumbru, along with Ibrahimagic, believes that a clear German victory would not be a big surprise in this match. However, they are not underestimating Portugal's potential. The match between these two teams has the potential for a high-pressure performance, as both teams strive to assert their dominance.

As the match unfolds, basketball enthusiasts worldwide will be eager to witness this clash of styles, with Germany's high-scoring approach meeting Portugal's defensive strategy. Will Germany continue their winning streak, or will Portugal surprise everyone with a solid performance? Tune in to RTL and Magentasport to find out!

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