Copy - Czechia vs Spain FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025 Quarter Finals Preview & How to Watch

• → Game to take place at the Peace & Friendship Stadium, Piraeus on Friday, June 27 at 19:30 local time (EEST)
• → France, undefeated and led by breakout star Janelle Salaün, aim to return to the EuroBasket final for the first time since 2021
• → Spain, riding a wave of youthful resurgence, look to extend their remarkable run with a spot in the championship game

The FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 semifinal between France and Spain brings together two of Europe’s most storied programs—each navigating a generational shift, yet arriving in Piraeus with momentum and belief.

France: Salaün’s Emergence Fuels a Balanced Juggernaut

France has powered through the tournament with a perfect 4–0 record, including a commanding 83–61 quarterfinal win over Lithuania. At the heart of their success is 22-year-old Janelle Salaün, who has emerged as one of the competition’s most efficient scorers. She’s averaging 18.0 points per game on 69.4% shooting from the field and an impressive 61.1% from beyond the arc, while also converting all her free-throw attempts (11-for-11).

Salaün’s rise has complemented the steady contributions of veterans like Valériane Ayayi (13.3 PPG, 42.9% 3PT) and Iliana Rupert (11.3 PPG, 58.6% FG), giving France a multidimensional offense that’s difficult to contain. Their defense has been equally formidable, holding opponents to just 61 points in the quarterfinals and consistently dictating the tempo.

Spain: Youth Movement Surges Ahead

Spain’s path to the semifinals has been defined by resilience and the emergence of young talent. In their 88–81 quarterfinal victory over Czechia, 23-year-old Raquel Carrera delivered a standout performance with 31 points, including a perfect 19-for-19 from the free-throw line, along with eight rebounds and two assists. Aina Ayuso also played a crucial role, adding 20 points and five assists, with 12 points coming in the decisive fourth quarter.

Under the guidance of coach Miguel Méndez, Spain has embraced a generational shift, with six players aged 25 or younger. This youth movement has brought energy and depth to the team, as evidenced by their bench contributing 40 points per game—half of their total scoring—showcasing the kind of balance and upside rarely seen in such a transitional roster.

The Take

In a clash between usual rivals, two of women's basketball superpowers will battle for a spot in the final. France’s balanced attack and defensive prowess, led by the efficient Salaün, will test Spain’s youthful exuberance and depth. Conversely, Spain’s rising stars, buoyed by their quarterfinal comeback, aim to disrupt France’s perfect run and secure a spot in the final.

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

Watch France vs. Spain and all semifinal games from the FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 live and on-demand via Courtside 1891. You can follow the action with the Max Women’s EuroBasket Pass, the Women’s Continental Cups bundle, or the Max Annual Pass for full access to FIBA events and basketball content year-round. Broadcast availability may vary by region—check local listings for coverage in your area.