By Antigoni Zachari / info@eurohoops.net
The second round of the FIBA World Cup qualifiers “windows” is upon us. Teams will fight to seal a spot in the 2019 World Cup, starting off this evening.
Six duels are scheduled for Thursday’s European qualifiers. Let’s take a look below!
Bulgaria – France (18:00 GMT +3)
France currently ranks first in Group K, with a total of six wins in respective games and looks to expand its winning streak this September.
On the other end, Bulgaria’s 2-4 record leaves no choice but to try and turn the tables around in order to qualify.
Czech Republic – Russia (18:00 GMT +2)
The Czechs will face Russia in the presence of Jan Vesely and Tomas Satoransky, a huge boost to remain in the qualification race. Czech Republic’s 5-1 record places them behind France in Group K.
Russia holds an even record of wins and losses from the first round (3-3) and seeks to remain in the top 3 of the group.