The match beginsThe first quarter beginscontesting the ball; Serve out of bounds
Kusturica fought for the ball and gained possession
Irene Rafael Uédraogo lost possession while fighting for the ballKusturica missed a 2-point drifting jumperAntoine Mohamed Conan defended the reboundJean-Philippo-Oka made a passing errorKusturica intercepted the ballLukic hit a three-pointer jumperBijelica assistedIrene Rafael Uédraogo hit a two-point jumperKepajabala Kerkofi assistedKusturica missed a three-point jumperJean Philippe Oka defended the reboundIvra Roland, Jonas, and Nathan Jaco hit a three-pointer jumperKepajabala Kerkofi assistedLukić missed a three-pointer jumperJean Philippe Oka defended the reboundLukic committed a personal foulKepajabara Kerkofi was fouledIrene Rafael Uedra Ogo missed a two-point shotKusturica defended the reboundJean-Philippe Oka committed an individual foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsKusturica was fouledKusturica made the first of two free throwsKusturica made his second free throwYves Roland, Jonas, Nathan Jaco, missed a three-pointer jumperNikola Durović defended the reboundSimjanovski missed a 2-point layupAntoine Mohamed Conan blocksIrene Rafael Uédraogo defensively reboundedNikola Durović committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsAntoine Mohamed Conan was fouledAntoine Mohamed Conan missed the first of two free throwsAntoine Mohamed Conan missed the second of two free throwsKusturica defended the reboundSimyanovski made a passing errorBijelica committed a personal foulAntoine Mohamed Conan was fouledNikola Durović committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsJean-Philippe Oka was fouledJean-Philippe Oka made the first of two free throwsJean-Philippe Oka made his second free throwSimjanovski missed a three-point jumperJean Philippe Oka defended the reboundJean Philippo-Oka missed a layup for 2 pointsBijelica defended the reboundSimjanovski hit a three-pointer jumperLukic assistedLukic committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsKepajabara Kerkofi was fouledSubstitution: Nikola Durović, Substitution: GaliciSubstitutions: Jean Philippooka, Irene Rafael Uedlaogo, substitutes: Doumboua, Ragiada MakonatKepajabala Kerkofi missed the first of two free throwsKepajabala and Kerkofi made his second free throwLukic made a passing errorRagiada Marconate made a passing errorLukic stole the ballHalic scored a 2-point layupLukic assistedKepajabala, Kerkofi missed a 2-point layupGalic defensively reboundedAntoine Mohamed Conan committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsKusturica was fouledSubstitutions: Kepajabara Kerkofi, Antoine Mohamed Conan, substitutes on: Omar Mangasuba, KuadioKusturica missed the first of two free throwsKusturica made his second free throwGalici assistedSubstitution: Lukić, Substitution: StepanovićCuadio missed a layup with 2 pointsThe team grabs offensive reboundsIvra Roland, Jonas, Nathan Jaco, missed a pull-up jumper from a threeGalic defensively reboundedKusturica made a dunkGalici assistedPauseStepanović committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsIvra Roland, Jonas, and Nathan Jako were fouledIvra Roland, Jonas, and Nethan Jaco made the first of two free throwsIvra Roland, Jonas, and Nathan Jaco made the second free throwKusturica missed a three-point jumperThe team defended the reboundsIvra Roland, Jonas, Nathan Jaco, missed a step-back jumperKusturica blockedIvra Roland, Jonas, Nathan Jaco, and the offensive reboundRagiada Marconate missed a layupKusturica defended the reboundKusturica made a passing errorOmar Mangasuba scored 2 points with a pull-up jumperSimyanovski missed a three-pointer from the top of the arcGalic grabbed offensive reboundsHalic scored a 2-point layupIvra Roland, Jonas, and Nathan Jaco hit a two-point jumperKusturica missed a fadeaway jumper for 2 pointsThe team defended the reboundsSubstitutions: Bijelica, Kusturica; Substitutions: Miladinović, MilicicSubstitution: Ragiada Marconate, Substitution: Irene Rafael UédraogoOmarmanga Suba missed a three-point jumperMilandinovic defended the reboundMilandinovic made a passing errorOmarmangasuba stole the ballMilandinovic defended the reboundOmarmangasuba missed a layup with 2 pointsMilicic scored 2 points on a layupMiladinovic assistedCuadio missed a three-point jumperMilandinovic defended the reboundCuadio committed a personal foulMiradinovic was fouledMiradinovich committed a technical foul; Awarded the opponent one free throwYves Roland, Jonas, and Nathan Jaco missed the first free throwSubstituted: Ivrolan Jonas Nathan Jako, substituted on: Jean Charles Martinka Jo XiransiDumbuya committed a personal foulHalich was fouledSubstitution: Dumbouya, Substitution: AdamasisiconeSimyanovski hit a 2-point pull-up jumperOmarmangasuba missed a two-point jumperGalic defensively reboundedGalic hit a three-pointer jumperSimyanovski assistedAdamasisicone missed a layupMiradinovic blocksThe team grabs offensive reboundsJean Charles Martinka, Josie Lansi hit a three-pointer jumperCuadio assistedIrene Rafael Ué de Laogo committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsStepanović was fouledSubstitution: Irene Rafael Uédraogo, substituted on: DumbouyaStepanović made the first of two free throwsStepanović made his second free throwSubstitutions: Gallic, Miradinović; Substitutions: Veselinović, KusturicaDumbouya made a passing errorStepanović stole the ballEnd of the first quarterSerbia U17 Crushes Cote D'Ivoire U17 97–71 to Open FIBA U17 World Cup Campaign
The FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup witnessed a scoring explosion on June 30, 2026, as Serbia U17 dismantled Cote D'Ivoire U17 with a dominant 97–71 victory. The Serbian youngsters displayed the trademark skill and discipline of their senior national team, overwhelming the Ivorians with superior ball movement and depth.
Match Summary
Serbia established control early, never trailing after the first few minutes. A high-octane offense and stifling defense allowed them to pile up points throughout the game, reaching the 90-point mark with time to spare. Cote D'Ivoire fought hard but could not contain Serbia's multi‑faceted attack, which featured contributions from nearly every player who stepped onto the court.
Standout Players
- Serbia's backcourt duo: The starting guards combined for 38 points and 11 assists, orchestrating the offense with precision.
- Frontcourt efficiency: Serbia's forwards shot 65% from the field, capitalizing on mismatches in the paint.
- Cote D'Ivoire's top scorer: The Ivorian shooting guard poured in 22 points, including four three-pointers, but received insufficient support from his teammates.
Turning Points
Serbia broke the game open in the second quarter with a 16–3 run, stretching the lead to 20 points before halftime. Cote D'Ivoire attempted a comeback in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to 14, but Serbia responded with a 10–0 burst to re-establish control. By the fourth quarter, the result was academic, and Serbia cruised to a 26‑point victory.
Statistical Breakdown
- Serbia: 97 points, 54% field goal percentage, 41 rebounds, 23 assists
- Cote D'Ivoire: 71 points, 41% field goal percentage, 30 rebounds, 12 assists
- Three-point shooting: Serbia 11/28 (39%), Cote D'Ivoire 8/22 (36%)
- Points in the paint: Serbia 44–28 advantage
Group Stage Implications
Serbia U17’s emphatic victory sends a strong message to the rest of the tournament field. They sit atop their group with a +26 point differential, a crucial tiebreaker factor as group play progresses. Cote D'Ivoire U17, now 0–1, will need to adjust quickly to the level of competition if they hope to advance to the knockout rounds. The FIBA U17 World Cup remains wide open, but Serbia has firmly positioned itself as a contender.
Serbia U17 vs Cote D'Ivoire U17 Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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