Spar Girona faces Fenerbahçe challenge in EuroLeague play-in

Coach Roberto Íñiguez claims the team has earned the right to dream ahead of the clash in Istanbul.

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Generic image of a basketball on a professional court before a European match.

Spar Girona will play Fenerbahçe this Wednesday in Istanbul for the first match of the EuroLeague play-in, aiming for a direct spot in the semifinals in Zaragoza.

The Catalan side faces the tournament favorites, who recently announced the high-profile signing of Breanna Stewart. Despite the strength of the Turkish squad, coach Roberto Íñiguez emphasized that his team has nothing to lose and will compete at their highest level.
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"We have earned the right to dream. We want to compete and be ourselves without excuses."

Roberto Íñiguez · Spar Girona Head Coach
Marta Canella remains unavailable for Girona as she recovers from a head injury. The team will focus on their collective strengths to challenge a Fenerbahçe side that holds all the advantages on paper for this February showdown.