Egypt closed the group stage with a victory

The first stage of the World Cup has closed and these two teams will play at the bottom of the table, with no chance to fight for the title.

The first phase of the FIBA ​​​​​​World Cup 2023 will begin to close and, with it, some situations for different teams are beginning to be defined. In group D, both Egypt and Mexico bid farewell to their chances of qualifying for the next stage at the top of the table. In this context, they met on the third day; where the Africans surprised by dominating from start to finish and secured the win with a resounding 100 to 72.

Good work in the paint allowed Egypt to take advantage of the game. The difference in effectiveness in the item; and the mastery of the rebounding fight (41 against 23) are some of the keys that Roy Rana’s men have. Ehab Amin finished as the team’s outstanding figure, with 22 points and 10 assists, with a total PIR of 28. He was joined by Patrick Gardner; author of 20 units.

In Mexico, there was no action again for Daniel Amigo, a sensitive loss that greatly shortened the squad and limited his work near the basket. In this context, Omar Quintero’s men need a good effect from 6.75m; something that cannot happen. With 6/23 in the long shot; the task for Latinos has become almost impossible. Pako Cruz and Joshua Ibarra finished with 21 points each; being the team’s top offensive reference. Paul Stoll’s work is also noteworthy; with 11 points and 14 rebounds.

How the World Cup is going for these teams:

Now Mexico and Egypt will be part of Group N, along with the last two members of Group C. One of them is Jordan, now there is no chance to qualify. Other rivals could be New Zealand or Greece. They will go on to compete for positions from 17 to 32.