Unbeaten D’Tigers Eye Semifinal Spot Against Senegal

Nigeria’s D’Tigers will face a stern test on Wednesday when they meet Senegal in the quarterfinals of the 2025 AfroBasket in Luanda, Angola, Sport360NG reports.

The Nigerian side head into the knockout stage brimming with confidence after sweeping Group B with three straight wins over Madagascar (77–59), Tunisia (87–66), and Cameroon (99–90). Their attacking depth has been a major weapon, and they will look to carry that momentum into what promises to be a high-pressure encounter.

Senegal, meanwhile, remain one of the tournament’s most respected teams. The five-time AfroBasket champions advanced to the last eight by defeating South Sudan 78–65 in the playoffs, having earlier beaten Uganda (88–53) and Mali (84–70) but fallen to Egypt (91–77) in the group stage. With the dynamic Brancou Badio among their leaders, the Lions bring both experience and physicality.

The clash carries extra intrigue following the women’s edition earlier this year, where Nigeria’s D’Tigress knocked Senegal out in the semifinals before going on to claim the title.

For Nigeria, veteran forward Stan Okoye stands out as one to watch. The lone survivor from the nation’s 2015 AfroBasket-winning squad, his experience could prove invaluable to a young, hungry team chasing another title.

According to team officials, the players are highly motivated, bolstered by the federal government’s reward system for sporting success introduced by President Bola Tinubu.