FMP Beograd were beaten 73-88 by Uralmash Ekaterinburg in the Winline Basket Cup on November 4, 2026, as the visitors used superior size, rebounding, and a decisive second-quarter run to control the contest. Uralmash’s balanced attack and defensive rebounding proved too much for FMP to overcome.

Match overview

Uralmash started strongly, attacking the paint and generating second-chance points early. FMP stayed competitive through the first quarter thanks to perimeter shooting, but the visitors led 24-18 after ten minutes. The game turned in the second quarter, when Uralmash held FMP to 19 points while scoring 22 themselves, taking a 46-37 lead into halftime.

• First quarter: Uralmash 24-18
• Second quarter: Uralmash 22-19
• Third quarter: Uralmash 21-17
• Fourth quarter: Uralmash 21-19

Key moments

The defining run came midway through the second quarter. Leading 32-27, Uralmash produced a 12-2 surge capped by a transition dunk and a corner three-pointer. FMP briefly cut the deficit to seven in the third quarter, but Uralmash responded with a 9-2 burst of their own. The visitors maintained a double-digit cushion for most of the fourth quarter and never allowed FMP to mount a serious comeback.

Tactical story

Uralmash’s frontcourt controlled the boards and made life difficult for FMP in the paint. Their defensive length disrupted entry passes and forced FMP into contested outside shots. Offensively, Uralmash moved the ball effectively and punished defensive rotations with timely three-point shooting. FMP competed hard but struggled to match Uralmash’s physicality and gave up too many offensive rebounds in key moments.

Standout performers

Uralmash’s leading scorer finished with 21 points and eight rebounds, while their point guard added 14 points and nine assists. FMP’s top scorer posted 18 points, and their center contributed 12 points and eight rebounds. Uralmash’s bench also made an impact, providing energy and scoring in the second half.

Cup context

The victory strengthens Uralmash Ekaterinburg’s position in the Winline Basket Cup and highlights their ability to impose their style on the road. FMP Beograd will look to improve their rebounding and defensive communication before the next fixture. Both teams will take valuable lessons from the matchup as the cup competition progresses.