Italy closed out this batch of qualifiers with an 84-75 home victory over Great Britain in a FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifier on March 3, 2026. Italy used a strong third-quarter run to create separation and held off a late British rally to secure the nine-point win. Great Britain showed fight but ultimately could not overcome Italy's offensive execution and home-court advantage. The victory helped Italy maintain pace in a competitive qualifying group. For Great Britain, the loss made their path to the World Cup increasingly difficult.