Qualification for the 2027 European Championship
Ukraine's women's national basketball team has concluded the first phase of qualifying for EuroBasket 2027. The team secured a spot in the next round by finishing third in its group. Captain Alina Iagupova delivered standout performances, ranking fifth among all scorers with an average of 18.2 points per game and fourth in assists, averaging 6.2 per contest.
The Ukrainian side finished the initial stage with three wins from six matches. Advancing to the second round were the two group winners and the three best third-placed teams, a threshold Ukraine successfully met. They will be joined in the next phase by 17 other teams from this first round, plus seven squads entering from the 2026 World Cup qualification process, including:
- Czechia
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Italy
- Spain
- Turkey
The Second Qualifying Round
A draw will be held before the start of the second round to divide the teams into six groups of four. This stage will be played in a round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group earning a ticket to EuroBasket 2027. The matches are scheduled for two windows: November 8–18, 2026, and February 7–17, 2027, with each team playing three games per window.
Progressing to this stage is a significant achievement for Ukrainian women's basketball, which continues to build its profile in Europe. The team's success, fueled by captain Alina Iagupova's impressive play, demonstrates their potential. The upcoming round promises to be highly competitive, featuring nations with strong basketball traditions all vying for a place in the prestigious continental tournament.
As Ukraine's women's basketball team prepares for the next qualifying round, they will soon face a crucial match against Montenegro. This upcoming challenge will test their skills and resilience as they aim to secure their spot in EuroBasket 2027. For more details on the squad and what to expect in this pivotal encounter, check out our coverage of the upcoming clash with Montenegro.