Germany and Turkey will face off for the EuroBasket 2025 title after both nations continued their perfect runs, defeating Finland and Greece respectively in the semifinals in Riga.

Each team will enter the final with an 8-0 record, promising a high-stakes clash Sunday for continental supremacy. Germany seeks its second EuroBasket gold (first since 1993), while Turkey returns to the final for the first time since 2001. Meanwhile, Finland and Greece drop to the bronze-medal game, each chasing redemption.

🇩🇪 Germany outclasses Finland in tactical showdown

Germany flexed its championship form in a 98-86 semifinal win over a gutsy Finland squad. Point guard Dennis Schröder was the linchpin, pouring in 26 points along with 12 assists, controlling tempo and creating mismatches. Franz Wagner added 22 points, many in the first half, helping Germany build a commanding lead before surviving Finland’s late surge. 

On the defensive end, Germany largely neutralized Lauri Markkanen, holding him to 16 points on poor shooting and limiting Finland’s outside threat. This win not only snaps Finland’s Cinderella streak but also confirms Germany’s first EuroBasket final appearance in 20 years.

🇹🇷 Turkey Thrashes Greece Behind Osmani and Sengun

In the other semifinal, Turkey delivered a decisive 94-68 defeat of Greece, denying them a chance at a long-awaited return to the final. Ercan Osmani stole the show with 28 points on 11-of-15 shooting, including six triples, while Alperen Sengun posted a double-double (15 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists). 

Turkey established control early – building a sizable halftime lead – and never looked back. Key to the win was limiting Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored just 12 points and couldn’t lift Greece’s offensive rhythm. This triumph marks Turkey’s first EuroBasket final since their silver medal run in 2001.