Nigeria U18 defeated Morocco U18 84–76 in the 9th–12th places classification phase of the FIBA U18 AfroBasket 2026.
Nigeria recovered from a narrow halftime deficit and produced a dominant third quarter to take control of the game.
Morocco started strongly, with both teams closely matched in the opening period. Morocco led 17–16 after the first quarter.
The second quarter remained competitive, but Morocco added to its advantage by halftime. The Moroccan side led 37–30 after outscoring Nigeria 20–14 in the second period.
Nigeria then produced the decisive response after the interval. The Nigerian side exploded for 31 points in the third quarter, while Morocco managed just 23, reducing the deficit and moving ahead 61–60 entering the final period.
Nigeria maintained its momentum in the fourth quarter. They scored 23 points compared with Morocco’s 16, completing the comeback with an 84–76 victory.
Standout Performances
- Nigeria U18: Defeated Morocco U18 84–76.
- Morocco U18: Led at halftime but could not maintain its advantage.
- Stage: 9th–12th Places Classification.
- Result: Nigeria won by eight points.
Turning Point
The third quarter transformed the game. Nigeria scored 31 points, overturning Morocco’s halftime advantage and entering the final quarter with a 61–60 lead.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: FIBA U18 AfroBasket 2026
- Category: Men’s U18 Basketball
- Stage: 9th–12th Places Classification
- Winner: Nigeria U18
- Runner-up: Morocco U18
- Final Score: 84–76
- Quarter Scores: 16–17, 14–20, 31–23, 23–16
- Winning Margin: 8 points