Kosovo earned a dramatic 81-79 victory over Azerbaijan in their FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifier on February 21st, 2025. The match was decided in the final seconds, with Kosovo making a clutch play to secure a narrow home win. The contest was closely fought, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the fourth quarter. With the score tied in the dying moments, Kosovo executed a well-designed play to score the go-ahead basket. Azerbaijan had a chance to respond but their final shot attempt rimmed out as time expired. This tense victory provides Kosovo with a vital two points in the qualifying group, while Azerbaijan was left heartbroken after a valiant effort.