German Basketballers Exact Revenge Against Croatia - Germany edges Croatia in overtime to revive World Cup qualifying hopes
Germany's basketball team secured a crucial 91–89 overtime win against Croatia in World Cup qualifying. The victory prevented a second straight defeat and kept their campaign on track. With a 3–1 record, they are now close to advancing to the next stage.
The match began poorly for Germany, who fell behind by 15 points early on. A strong comeback in the second half forced the game into overtime. Johannes Thiemann was the top scorer with 24 points, helping turn the tide.
This win also served as revenge for Germany's 88–93 loss to Croatia just two days earlier. The result keeps them firmly in contention for the next phase, where the top three teams from each group will progress.
In the first qualifying round, 36 teams—including Germany and Croatia—will move forward. These two nations entered later, joining 34 others who advanced from earlier matches. All teams will carry their preliminary-round results into the next stage.
Germany's 3–1 record now puts them in a strong position to qualify. Their overtime victory ensures they avoid back-to-back losses and maintain momentum. The next phase will see them compete with their current results intact.
