Italy U20 vs Serbia U20 Tips & Live Stream - Two top teams are competing for a spot in the EuroBasket U20 final

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  • Italy's U20 team staged a comeback to beat Israel, advancing to the semifinals.
  • Serbia remains undefeated after a decisive win against Spain.
  • Italy and Serbia last met in EuroBasket U20, where Italy won 71-64.
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  • Italy U20 vs Serbia U20 Preview
  • Italy U20 Form & Team News
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Italy U20 vs Serbia U20 Preview


The EuroBasket U20 tournament, held on the Greek island of Crete, is entering its final stages, with the biggest clashes reserved for the very end.


Besides the semifinal between France and Lithuania, another intense showdown will take place between Italy and Serbia, both of whom managed to overcome Israel and Spain.


Italy U20 Form & Team News


What a comeback we saw from Italy U20, who defeated Israel despite trailing by 18 points at one moment in the 2nd half.


With a fantastic final quarter, which they won 25-9, the Italians secured their ticket to the semifinals and the fight for medals at the EuroBasket.


Elisse Assui was probably the standout player with 22 points, Torresani contributed 14, but Osawaru Osasuyi also made a solid impact with 8 points and an impressive 9 rebounds.


Italy’s total of 50 points in the second half is proof that this team can unlock great offensive potential.


Serbia U20 Form & Team News


The Serbian U20 national team also secured victory with an incredible final quarter, winning the last period 31-17 to eliminate Spain, who had led for most of the game.

So far, Serbia has won all their matches in the EuroBasket U20, including impressive group wins against France and Slovenia, while Ukraine fell in the round of 16.

The best player in the match against Spain was Pavle Nikolic with 22 points, but Musicki and Marinkovic also made significant contributions with double-digit scoring.

Perhaps the biggest favorite to claim the title at this moment will have to prove it on the court against the tough Italians, and potentially in the final against Lithuania or France.

Head to Head


These two national teams faced each other at the previous EuroBasket U20, where Italy won 71-64 in the battle for the 9th to 16th place rankings.


Verdict

Italy’s strengths lie in their excellent physical fitness, athleticism, and explosiveness, but Serbia is a much better tactically trained team, with better shooting and rhythm control. I believe that at some point they will break their opponent and secure a comfortable victory.




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