Ukraine’s Basketball Team Learns Its Opponent for the Second Round of 2027 World Cup Qualifiers

Ukraine vs. Denmark: Event Details

According to Главком: A men’s basketball matchup between Ukraine and Denmark is scheduled for July 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Kyiv time in Farum, Denmark, as part of the first stage of qualifying for the 2027 FIBA World Cup. Ukraine had already secured its spot in the second qualifying round early, following a 92–79 victory over Georgia in the previous round. Denmark, meanwhile, sits at the bottom of Group A and has been eliminated from contention.

Bookmaker Odds and Group Standings

As of 10:40 AM on July 5, bookmakers at GGBET list Ukraine’s odds of winning in regular time at 1.09, while Denmark’s odds stand at 8.48. A draw in regular time is priced at 18. For the overall win, Ukraine is favored at 1.06, compared to Denmark’s 7.52.

Results from the first qualifying stage carry over into the second round, where Ukraine now has a chance to compete for a spot at the 2027 World Cup. The current Group A standings are as follows:

• 1. Spain – 10 points
• 2. Ukraine – 8 points
• 3. Georgia – 7 points
• 4. Denmark – 5 points

The Denmark vs. Ukraine game will be broadcast on the Suspline Sport and Kyivstar TV channels. Ukrainian fans are hoping for a strong performance from their team in this contest.

This match carries significance for the Ukrainian squad, as they have already guaranteed advancement to the second qualifying stage, underscoring their competitiveness on the international stage. Denmark, by contrast, has no chance of progressing further, which could affect their motivation during the game. Ukrainian supporters are expecting a confident victory that would further strengthen the team’s standing in the group.

As Ukraine prepares for its crucial match against Denmark, understanding the opponent's strengths becomes vital. Coach Bagatskis has highlighted the key threats posed by the Danish team, which could influence the outcome of the game. For a deeper insight into Denmark's capabilities and how they might challenge Ukraine, read more about Denmark's main strengths ahead of the qualifier.