The matchups and schedule for the Women’s Olympic Basketball Tournament Quarter-Finals at Paris 2024 are confirmed, following the conclusion of the Group Phase and the Quarter-Finals Draw in Lille, France. All games are set for Wednesday, August 7. Here’s a detailed look at the upcoming clashes:
#### SRB vs. AUS – 11:00 Local Time (09:00 GMT)
*Serbia* aims for a third consecutive Semi-Finals appearance, having secured bronze as first-timers at Rio 2016. They’ll need to overcome a strong Australian team to achieve this goal.
*Australia*, after losing their opening game in Lille, has rebounded impressively with two consecutive victories, including a standout performance against France. Sami Whitcomb is poised to lead Australia back onto the podium, aiming for their first medal since the bronze at London 2012.
#### ESP vs. BEL – 14:30 Local Time (12:30 GMT)
*Spain* is riding high after an unbeaten 3-0 start to the tournament. They are looking to build on this momentum and reach the podium for the first time since their maiden Final appearance at Rio 2016.
*Belgium* advanced dramatically, securing the necessary 27-point win in their last group game. Emma Meesseman’s stellar performance continues to be central to their success.
#### GER vs. FRA – 18:00 Local Time (16:00 GMT)
*Germany*, making a memorable debut, quickly secured two victories and will rely on Satou Sabally’s dominant play to continue their historic run.
*France*, finishing first in their group, is determined to recover from their loss to Australia. They aspire to win a medal on home soil, having won bronze at Tokyo 2020 and reaching the Final at London 2012.
#### NGR vs. USA – 21:30 Local Time (19:30 GMT)
*Nigeria* proudly makes its first-ever appearance in the Quarter-Finals, marking a historic milestone as the first African team to compete at this stage in Olympic Basketball Tournaments for both men and women. Ezinne Kalu will be key to their backcourt strategy.
*USA* is on a mission to defend their title, chasing their 10th Olympic gold. Unbeaten on French soil, they are bolstered by the outstanding form of A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart.
Stay tuned for these thrilling matchups as teams battle for a spot in the Semi-Finals of the Women’s Olympic Basketball Tournament Paris 2024!
By Ebubedike Ochu
