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.

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

"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.