France vs Lithuania FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025 Quarter Finals Preview & How to Watch

• → Game to take place at the Peace & Friendship Stadium, Piraeus on Tuesday, June 24 at 16:30 CEST
• → France, undefeated and dominant in the group stage, aim to reinforce their status as top contenders
• → Lithuania, triumphant in Group B and fueled by youthful energy, intend to keep the quarter-final contest competitive

As the first quarter-final tips off in Piraeus, it brings together two teams riding very different waves. France have looked the part of a title favourite - deep, experienced, and ruthlessly efficient. Lithuania, by contrast, are one of the tournament’s most refreshing surprises, arriving with a young core that has played fearless basketball from day one. It’s a clash between pedigree and promise, and it could be closer than expected.

France: Full Steam Ahead behind Janelle Salaün

France swept through Group A with authority. After surviving a scrappy opener against Türkiye (71–69), they turned up the intensity - crushing Greece 92–56 and closing out with a 111–37 demolition of Switzerland. The driving force has been forward Janelle Salaün, averaging over 20 points per game and shooting above 50% from three-point range. Valeriane Ayayi stepped up when Les Bleues struggled during their opener, while Iliana Rupert provides reliable rim protection and balance in the half-court.

France have looked well-drilled on both ends of the floor and enter the knockout stage with the confidence of a team that knows what it takes.

Lithuania: Underdogs with Bite

Lithuania have defied expectations. In their return to the competition after nearly a decade, they came out of the Group of death with victories over Slovenia and Serbia, before dropping their only game to co-hosts Italy. Justė Jocytė, the 19-year-old phenom, has been central to their run scoring and facilitating at a high level.

Laura Juškaitė has added consistency as a scorer and leader, helping steady a team that blends youth with just enough veteran presence. Lithuania’s defense has held up well in big moments, and their transition game has punished mistakes. They’ve already made a statement, but knocking out France would make it unforgettable.

France vs Lithuania: Key Matchups

Janelle Salaün vs Justė Jocytė

Salaün’s shooting and versatility will test Jocytė’s ability to defend while leading the offense. It’s the marquee battle of the game.

Iliana Rupert vs Lithuania’s Interior

Rupert’s positioning and discipline will be critical in neutralizing Lithuania’s cuts and paint activity. Expect her to set the tone early. Jocytė’s future teammate will have a pivotal role in breaking down the Lithuanians’ paint defense.

France’s Depth vs Lithuania’s Momentum

France rotate ten deep without a drop in intensity. Lithuania’s core plays heavy minutes and will need to stay efficient under pressure.

France are deserved favourites, but Lithuania aren’t just here for the occasion. They’ve shown they can take a punch and hit back. France’s edge in depth and execution makes them hard to bet against - but if Lithuania’s young core catches fire early, this could be a real test for the tournament favourites.

How to watch France vs Lithuania at the FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025

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