In the U18 European Basketball Championship Division C, the Armenia national team faced Luxembourg in the semifinal match. Regular time ended in a 70-70 tie, but in a tense overtime, Luxembourg secured the victory, finishing the game with a score of 85-78.
In the Armenian team, Grigoriy Kazaryan and Hayk Karakhanyan particularly stood out. Kazaryan delivered an impressive performance, scoring 21 points and making 7 rebounds. Hayk Karakhanyan also demonstrated high efficiency, achieving a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds.
The game began tensely, with both teams showing high levels of preparation and a strong desire to win. Armenia and Luxembourg went head to head throughout the game, leading to a tie at the end of regular time. Overtime became the decisive moment where Luxembourg showed more resilience and managed to score key points, securing their place in the final.
On July 28, the Armenia U18 team will compete for the bronze medal against the Albania U18 team.
In the final match, Luxembourg will face Azerbaijan.