Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress will take on Argentina in the classification round of the FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup today. After being knocked out of the championship contention, the Nigerian team will play Argentina with the aim of ending their tournament on a high note.
The Junior D’Tigress had a mixed bag of results in the group stage, starting with a historic 93-88 win against China. However, their momentum was halted by a significant 113-42 loss to Canada, which exposed defensive vulnerabilities. They completed their group stage with a 61-79 defeat to Portugal. Despite their elimination from the championship, the team has shown grit and potential throughout the tournament.
Argentina, on the other hand, enters this phase without a win from their three Group D games. A Nigerian win would set up a final game for 9th place against either Brazil or Korea. This match is more than just a ranking formality; it’s an opportunity for the team to grow, build momentum, and cap off their impressive debut with another win on the world stage.
The match is scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM WAT (4:00 PM local time, GMT+2). The Junior D’Tigress will look to showcase their resilience and emerging talent, which has characterized their World Cup campaign. With this match, the team aims to conclude the tournament on a positive note and use the experience as a stepping stone for future growth.
