Slovenia Remains Perfect: Hosts Dominate Romania to Finish Group Stage Unbeaten

Slovenia Remains Perfect: Hosts Dominate Romania to Finish Group Stage Unbeaten

Slovenia produced another outstanding performance on Monday, July 13, defeating Romania 95–51 to complete the group phase of the FIBA U20 EuroBasket 2026 with a perfect 3–0 record. The hosts controlled the game from the opening minutes in front of their home fans at Arena Stožice and now head into the Round of 16 full of confidence.

Slovenia Takes Control Immediately

The Slovenian U20 national team started with tremendous intensity and left no doubt about the outcome early in the game. Slovenia won the opening quarter 30–14, then extended its advantage even further before half-time with a 26–12 second period.

By the break, the hosts had built a commanding 56–26 lead. Their defensive pressure, quick ball movement and efficient finishing gave Romania very little room to find rhythm.

Slovenia continued to dominate after the interval, winning the third quarter 19–10, before closing out a comprehensive 95–51 victory. The result marked Slovenia’s third win in as many games in Group D.

Padjen Leads Another Complete Slovenian Display

Mark Padjen once again played a major role for Slovenia, finishing as the game’s most efficient player with an efficiency rating of 27. His all-round contribution helped the hosts maintain control throughout the contest.

Slovenia shot 50 percent from the field, compared with Romania’s 31 percent, while also holding a major advantage inside the paint. The home side was in front for more than 38 minutes and 30 seconds, with its biggest lead reaching 45 points.

After victories over Czechia, Israel and Romania, Slovenia finished first in Group D with a 3–0 record and a points difference of +80.

Serbia, Spain and France Also Finish Unbeaten

Elsewhere on the final day of the group phase, several teams confirmed their status as serious contenders for the title.

In Group B, Serbia defeated Latvia 89–66 to complete a perfect 3–0 record. Lithuania also ended its group campaign with an emphatic 112–67 victory over Poland.

Spain remained unbeaten in Group C after an 81–67 win over Greece, while Croatia secured second place in the group by defeating Belgium 67–54.

Group A also delivered two important results. France continued its excellent start with a convincing 95–66 win over Germany, while defending champions Italy claimed their first victory of the tournament by beating Turkey 71–67.

Results – July 13

• Lithuania 112–67 Poland
• Serbia 89–66 Latvia
• Belgium 54–67 Croatia
• Greece 67–81 Spain
• Israel 87–73 Czechia
• Slovenia 95–51 Romania
• France 95–66 Germany
• Italy 71–67 Turkey

Slovenia Faces Belgium in the Round of 16

The group phase is now complete, and all attention turns to the knockout stage. Slovenia will meet Belgium in the Round of 16 on Wednesday, July 15, in Ljubljana.

With three convincing victories, the Slovenian team has shown great consistency on both ends of the court. The home side will now aim to carry that momentum into the decisive phase of the tournament, where every game can determine the path towards the EuroBasket U20 title.

FIBA U20 EuroBasket 2026 takes place in Ljubljana from July 11 to July 19.

Source: Official FIBA U20 EuroBasket 2026 results and statistics.