The Basketball Africa League heats up in Abidjan with the semi-finals approaching, where Stade Malien, ABC Fighters, Kadji Sports Academy and Al Ahli Benghazi compete for the last places in the BAL 2025 final.
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is in turmoil in Abidjan, where the most successful teams are fighting to secure their place in the final phase. The competition is tough, and the intensity level is rising as the Elite 16 semi-finals approach. On the floor, four ambitious teams, ready to give everything to access the BAL 2025: Stade Malien, ABC Fighters, Kadji Sports Academy, and Al Ahli Benghazi.
Stade Malien: a perfect series at stake
Stade Malien in Bamako is the team to beat. Until now, the Malians have been able to impose their domination without any defeat. Their mastery on the field was demonstrated during their meeting against BC Chaux Sport de Bukavu, whom they beat 75 to 62, thus eliminating the Congolese from the competition. Their semi-final opponent will be Kadji Sports Academy, a Cameroonian team ready to shake up the established order. This clash promises to be intense, pitting an undefeated team against the Cameroonians determined to break their streak.
The ABC Fighters, representing Ivory Coast, benefit from home advantage and the support of their supporters. However, this support does not guarantee their qualification, because they will face the Libyans of Al Ahli Benghazi, determined to create a surprise. After a decisive first victory against the Gabonese Moanda Basketball, the Ivorians show their ambition to go all the way to the fight. The match against Al Ahli could well be decisive for them and offer them the chance to proudly represent Ivory Coast in the final.
Moanda Basketball: a remarkable journey despite the obstacles
Although Moanda Basketball is no longer in the running for the semi-finals, the Gabonese team made an impression. Their initial victory against Chaux Sport (72-65) showed their resilience and their ability to turn around difficult situations. Coached by John Masnoudji, the team was able to capitalize on this performance to position itself at the top of the rankings, despite a narrow defeat against the ABC Fighters. Moanda therefore leaves the competition with honor, proving her potential and her determination in continental basketball.
The stakes in these semi-finals go beyond simple victory; they determine the destiny of these teams for BAL 2025. The Treichville stadium will be the scene of clashes where every point will count, every possession will be precious, and every tactical decision crucial. The winners of these long-awaited duels will have the immense privilege of joining the final phase of the BAL and representing the elite of African basketball.
