2027 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Finland closed Day 2 with the win over Sweden

Finland - Sweden 86-77

Finland secured an 86–77 victory over Sweden in their 2027 EuroBasket Qualifier, controlling the matchup from the opening tip with consistent scoring across all four quarters. Finland set the tone early with a 24–16 first quarter and maintained their edge at halftime with a 45–36 lead. Sweden stayed competitive throughout, matching Finland nearly point for point in the third and fourth quarters, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome. Finland’s balanced offense and steady execution ensured they stayed in front, ultimately closing out a well-deserved nine-point win.
Sara Bejedi (170-G-2000, college: FSU) top-scored for the winners with 18 points, whilst Awak Kuier (194-C-2001) and Lilli Onnela (183-SF-2006) brought 15 each. Tova Sabel (180-G-2001, college: UC Davis) and Matilda Ekh (183-G/F-2002, college: Virginia Tech) answered with 7 points each in a loss.