Montana 2003 (W) delivered a composed home performance to defeat Spar Girona Women 82-73 in EuroCup Women on October 23, 2026. The Bulgarian side led for most of the night and answered every Girona surge with timely shot-making and disciplined defense.

Match overview

Montana opened with a 22-18 first quarter and extended the lead to 41-35 by halftime. Girona edged the third period 21-20, but Montana closed the game with a 21-17 fourth quarter to seal the nine-point win.

• Quarter scores: Montana 22-18, 19-17, 20-21, 21-17 Girona
• Final score: Montana 2003 82, Spar Girona 73
• Halftime: Montana 41, Girona 35

Key moments

Girona twice cut the deficit to four points in the third quarter, but Montana had an answer each time. The decisive run came early in the fourth, when the hosts scored eight straight points to push a 63-59 lead into a 71-59 advantage. Girona never recovered.

Tactical story

Montana shot a healthy 48% from the field and knocked down 10-of-22 three-point attempts. Their ball movement was excellent, with 19 assists on 29 made baskets. Girona won the rebounding battle 36-33 but committed 17 turnovers and gave up 14 offensive rebounds that led to second-chance points. Montana’s zone defense also disrupted Girona’s rhythm in the closing minutes.

Standout players

Ivana Todorova led Montana with 21 points and six rebounds, while Elena Dimitrova added 15 points and seven assists. Forward Petra Georgieva contributed 12 points and eight rebounds. Girona’s Marta Sánchez scored 19 points, with Laura Vidal adding 14, but the visitors lacked a consistent third scorer.

Season impact

The win gives Montana 2003 an important early boost in the group and highlights their ability to close games at home. Spar Girona will rue missed opportunities in the third quarter, when they failed to capitalize on several stops. The Spanish side must regroup quickly, while Montana can build on a performance that combined efficient offense with timely defense.