Valencia vs. Real Madrid in EuroLeague Semi-Final

• 22 May 2026 | 06:45
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The EuroLeague semi-final will see Valencia and Real Madrid square off at the "Telecom Center Athens" starting at 9:00 PM local time. Valencia, making their debut in the EuroLeague, has emerged as the season's biggest surprise, qualifying for the final four. The "Portuguese" achieved the second spot in the regular season standings and eliminated Panathinaikos, one of the favorites, in the quarterfinals. Despite trailing 0-2 in the series, Valencia rebounded to win both games in Athens and clinched the decisive match 5 back home with a 17-point lead.

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The experienced Real Madrid squad, led by Sergio Scariolo, secured their spot in the final four with a 3-1 win over AEK Athens. The "Whites" have a proven track record as the most successful club in the tournament's history and aim to add another trophy to their impressive collection.

The clash between the two Spanish teams promises to be highly intriguing, as they have already met six times this season. Valencia won 89-76 against Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final and later recorded another victory with the same score at home in a EuroLeague match. However, "the Whites" retaliated by winning the subsequent four encounters — twice in Liga Endesa, once in the EuroLeague, and once in the King's Cup.

Injuries and Final Four Ambitions

Valencia's lineup is uncertain with Jose Puerito and Sabi Lopez-Arostegui in doubt. Real Madrid will be without Walter Tavares and Alex Len, while the participation of David Kramer is also questionable.

The winner of the semi-final will secure a place in the EuroLeague final, where they will compete for the most prestigious club trophy in European basketball. The winner will face either Olympiacos, featuring Alexander Vezنكوف, or the defending champions Fenerbahçe.

Gošo Metodiev