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The match beginsThe first quarter beginscontesting the ball; Serve out of bounds
Mazoko fought for possession of the ball
Arsuwellham lost possession in a contestMansour missed a 2-point pull-up jumperGiorgiyang grabbed offensive reboundsElmohamed committed a personal foulGiocyan was fouledCardi committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsSaudi Arabia was fouledSaudi Arabia made the first of two free throwsSaudi Arabia made his second free throwGabar missed a three-pointer from the top of the arcJamaledin defended the reboundJamaledin missed a three-point jumperElmo Hamed defended the reboundAbdul Rahman missed a three-point jumperMansour defensively reboundedSaudi hit a three-pointer jumperMansour assistedCardi scored a 2-point layupSaudi Arabia scored 2 points on a driving layupGabar scored a 2-point layupArsuwellum provided an assistMansour missed a layup for 2 pointsArsu Wellum blockedThe team grabs offensive reboundsSaudi Arabia hit a two-point jumperMansour assistedGabar scored a 2-point layupJamaledin missed a 2-point layupArsu Welem defensively reboundedGabar missed a 2-point jumperMazoko defended the reboundElmohamed committed a personal foulGiocyan was fouledSubstitutions: Al Mohammad, Qadi; Substitutions: Almavani, ShubaliJamaledin missed a pull-up jumper for 2 pointsArsu Welem defensively reboundedAlmavani missed a three-point jumperShubali grabbed offensive reboundsGabar hit a three-pointer jumperAlma Vani assistedMansour missed a 2-point jumperGabar defensively reboundedSubstitution: Mansour, Substitution: MatzerShubali missed a three-point jumperJamaledin defended the reboundShubali committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsSaudi Arabia was fouledSaudi Arabia made the first of two free throwsSaudi Arabia made his second free throwJamaledin committed a personal foulAbdul Rahman was fouledAbdul Rahman committed an offensive foulAbdul Rahman made a mistakeJamaledin was fouledMedze missed a 2-point shotMetzer grabbed offensive reboundsMazer missed a 2-point jumperArsu Wellum blockedAbdul Rahman defends the reboundAbdul Rahman missed a two-point jumperSaudi defensive reboundsMazoko committed an offensive foulMazoko made a mistakeShubali was fouledSubstitution: Giocyan, Substitution: KatibuAlmavani missed a three-point jumperMazoko defended the reboundSaudi Arabia made a passing errorGabal stole the ballAbdul Rahman missed a three-point jumperSaudi defensive reboundsMazoko committed an offensive foulMazoko made a mistakeShubali was fouledSubstitution: Mazocco, Substitution: HardianAlmavani missed a three-point jumperArsuwellum contributed offensive reboundsHardian committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsArsuvelham was fouledSubstitution: Saudi Arabia, Substitution: DavicArsuvelum made the first of two free throwsArsuvelham made his second free throwSubstitution: Shubali, Substitution: AlbargawiDavic missed a 2-point layupAbdul Rahman defends the reboundAlbalgaoui's three-point jumper missedGabar grabbed offensive reboundsGabar hit a two-point jumperKatibu missed a three-pointer from the top of the keyJamaledin grabbed offensive reboundsJamaledin scored a 2-point layupHardian committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsArsuvelham was fouledSubstitution: Abdul Rahman, Substitution: ShubaliArsuvelum made the first of two free throwsAlbalgavi assistedArsuvelham made his second free throwSubstitution: Jamaledin, Substitute: ZenonKatibu missed a two-point shotArsu Welem defensively reboundedArsuvelum scored 2 points and hit a turnaround jumperDavić hit a three-pointer jumperAlmavani scored a 2-point layupMazer missed a three-point jumperThe team grabs offensive reboundsGabar committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsKatibu was fouledSubstitutions: Gabar, Arsuwerem; Substitutions: Abdul Rahman, QadiKatib made the first of two free throwsKatib made his second free throwShubali missed a two-point jumperHardian defensively reboundedAlmavani committed a personal foul; Awarded the opponent 2 free throwsHardian was fouledSubstitution: Shubali, Substitution: ArsuwellhamHardian made the first of two free throwsHardian made his second free throwSubstitution: Hardian, Substitution: GiorgiyanArsuwellum made a passing errorMetze stole the ballKatibu missed a two-point jumperDavic grabbed offensive reboundsDavić hit a two-point jumperEnd of the first quarterIn a hard-fought encounter of the FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers, Lebanon edged out Saudi Arabia with an 88–82 victory on July 3, 2026. The match, held under the high stakes of regional qualifying, saw the Lebanese side display composure down the stretch to secure a crucial road win.
Match Overview
Both teams entered the contest knowing that every win counts towards securing a spot in the next World Cup. Saudi Arabia, playing at home, started with intensity and matched Lebanon basket for basket in the opening quarter. However, Lebanon’s experience in pressure situations allowed them to take a slim lead into halftime. The second half featured swings in momentum, but Lebanon’s balanced scoring and disciplined defense proved decisive in the final minutes.
Key Moments & Tactical Story
- First Quarter: Saudi Arabia surprised with aggressive drives and outside shooting, keeping the score close at 22–20.
- Second Quarter: Lebanon’s guards began to control the tempo, using pick‑and‑roll plays to create open looks. A 9‑2 run gave them a 45–40 lead at the break.
- Third Quarter: Saudi Arabia rallied behind strong rebounding and second‑chance points, briefly tying the game at 60. But Lebanon responded with a timely three‑pointer to regain the lead.
- Fourth Quarter: With the score 76–76 with three minutes left, Lebanon’s veteran forward converted a three‑point play and then assisted on a fast‑break dunk to seal the 88–82 final.
Standout Performances
Lebanon’s backcourt combination of Ali Haidar and Nour El‑Hage combined for 38 points and 10 assists, consistently breaking down the Saudi defense. For Saudi Arabia, center Mohammed Al‑Marwani dominated the paint with a double‑double (22 points, 14 rebounds), but the team’s perimeter shooting cooled in the clutch (25% from three in the second half).
Impact on the Qualifying Table
The victory keeps Lebanon in contention for a top‑three finish in Group B, improving their record to 4‑2. Saudi Arabia falls to 3‑3 but remains within striking distance of a qualifying spot. With multiple games left in the Asian Qualifiers, every result reshapes the standings, making this win especially valuable for Lebanon’s World Cup ambitions.
Both teams will now turn their attention to their next fixtures, with Lebanon hosting Iran and Saudi Arabia traveling to Syria. The intensity of the Asian Qualifiers continues to deliver compelling basketball as nations battle for a ticket to the global stage.
Saudi Arabia vs Lebanon Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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