Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have reached a historic ninth consecutive quarterfinal at the FIBA Women’s Afrobasket after edging past Mozambique in a tense 60–55 victory on Monday.
In a game that showcased grit, teamwork, and relentless spirit, the Nigerian side fought off a resilient Mozambican team to continue their dominance in African women’s basketball.
The closely contested encounter saw D’Tigress maintain composure under pressure, capitalizing on turnovers and key offensive rebounds to secure the win.
With this triumph, they continue their quest for a fourth consecutive Afrobasket title and further extend their record as the most consistent side on the continent in recent years.
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“These women have once again proven their mettle,” said a Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) official after the match. “They play with heart, determination, and an unyielding desire to represent the country with pride.”
Led by a balanced scoring effort and disciplined defense, D’Tigress held off a late surge from Mozambique, showing experience and composure to seal the win.
Nigeria will now face their next opponent in the quarterfinals as they look to inch closer to another Afrobasket crown and cement their legacy as one of Africa’s greatest women’s basketball teams.