Mali Crush Gabon at AfroBasket U18; Chad Stun Nigeria
Mali beat Gabon 113-37 at AfroBasket U18 in Abidjan; Chad upset Nigeria in Group A.
August 8, 2026
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Source: afrik.com
At the FIBA U18 AfroBasket 2026 in Abidjan, Mali delivered a dominant performance on Friday, defeating Gabon 113-37. The 76-point margin stands as the largest of the tournament so far.
In Group A, Chad pulled off a major upset by defeating Nigeria, a traditional powerhouse in African youth basketball. The result reshuffles expectations for the group stage.
The tournament continues on Saturday, August 8, with Group C matches: Cameroon face Rwanda, followed by Tunisia against Senegal. All games are being held in Abidjan, CΓ΄te d'Ivoire.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Mali vs Gabon?
Mali defeated Gabon 113-37, a 76-point margin, the largest in the tournament so far.
Who upset Nigeria in Group A?
Chad defeated Nigeria in a surprising result during the group stage.
What matches are scheduled for Saturday, August 8?
Group C matches: Cameroon vs Rwanda and Tunisia vs Senegal, both in Abidjan.
