MUNICH (Germany) - The FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers will provide the platform for the continent's top stars to shine, as some of the best players in the world take to the court and show their skills.
Looking back on the previous edition of the Player Rankings ahead of the first window in October 2023, our expert panel has been considering who makes the cut this time. And, there's been plenty of movement, including some brand new faces dropping onto the coveted list.
1. Emma Meesseman - Belgium (-)
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Birth Date: May 13, 1993 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.93 cm Club: Fenerbahce Opet (TUR)
If anyone is going to get the Cats over the line in the Qualifiers after their rocky start in the first window a year ago, it's the jewel in their crown. Meesseman continues to be a colossus and a legend, having impressed with phenomenal displays at Paris 2024 and now lighting it up at club level for Fenerbahce Opet. She really is just unguardable at times.
2. Gabby Williams - France (+3)
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Birth Date: September 9, 1996 Height: 5ft 11in / 1.80 cm Club: Fenerbahce Opet (TUR)
Having missed the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2023 with injury, Williams has returned to star with the national team brilliantly this current calendar year. Exceptional at Paris 2024, she was the driving force behind their near golden Olympic campaign and a tour de force at both ends of the floor. The forward is now the number one leader for France.
3. Satou Sabally - Germany (+3)
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Birth Date: April 25, 1998 Height: 6ft 3in / 1.90 cm
Sensational for Germany at Paris 2024, Sabally put up some eye-popping displays as they made their debut. The forward was unstoppable in the opener against Belgium on a famous night when they got an historic first win. Her power inside and extended shooting range makes her a nightmare for opponents, with massive numbers inevitable.
4. Marine Johannes - France (-2)
SHOOTING GUARD
Birth Date: January 21, 1995 Height: 5ft 10in / 1.77cm Club: CBK Mersin (TUR)
After missing the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2023, fans will be hyped Johannes is back in the mix having showcased her stellar talent at Paris 2024. Still the number one attraction and poster player for France, her jaw-dropping shooting ability and passing skills has everyone on the edge of their seats and drooling over her amazing highlight packages.
5. Leonie Fiebich - Germany (+8)
SHOOTING GUARD / SMALL FORWARD
Birth Date: January 10, 2000 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.92 cm
It's a big move up from the 2023 list after her brilliant rookie EuroLeague Women season at Casademont Zaragoza, as well as winning silverware on the other side of the Atlantic. She's a real power for Germany and has been the main baller for them in recent times. Dynamic, versatile and always a threat, her rise to prominence really has been amazing.
6. Alina Iagupova - Ukraine (-2)
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Birth Date: May 13, 1993 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.93 cm Club: Valencia Basket Club (ESP)
Ukraine need something spectacular to get themselves a ticket to the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025 after their 0-2 start to the campaign and fortunately for them they have someone that does spectacular about as well as anyone. Yes, Iagupova is still capable of mind-blowing performances and when she gets hot, huge scores are an inevitability.
7. Julie Allemand - Belgium (+1)
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Birth Date: July 7, 1996 Height: 5ft 9in / 1.74 cm Club: Fenerbahce Opet (TUR)
The playmaker continues to impress and after the absolute heartache of missing out on Paris 2024 with an injury, she is back with the Cats and ready to go. It showed how much Belgium missed her during their Olympic mission and having also jumped to Istanbul powerhouse Fenerbahce Opet at club level, she's made some nice early contributions.
8. Maria Conde - Spain (+6)
SHOOTING GUARD / SMALL FORWARD
Birth Date: January 14, 1997 Height: 6ft 1in / 1.86 cm Club: ZVVZ USK Praha (CZE)
It's a significant climb for Conde who is one of the most in-form players around just now after smashing it in the new EuroLeague Women season for ZVVZ USK Praha. She had a career night in the competition recently and will take that into Spain's campaign as she looks to do her thing on the wing and fire them to the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025.
9. Cecilia Zandalasini - Italy (-6)
SHOOTING GUARD
Birth Date: March 16, 1996 Height: 6ft 1in / 1.86 cm Club: Galatasaray Cagdas Factoring (TUR)
While it's a fall in the chart for Zandalasini, it's mainly due to those around her making upward moves. The guard is still a huge presence for Italy and so often the difference-maker in big games. Her clutch and scoring ability has never been in question, but the Italian star now also uses her experience to contribute more effectively in other areas too.
10. Yvonne Anderson - Serbia (+2)
POINT GUARD
Birth Date: March 8, 1990 Height: 5ft 9in / 1.75 cm Club: CBK Mersin (TUR)
Few, if any, naturalized players have had the kind of impact that Anderson has has had. Whenever she is on the court, Serbia look so much better. Her all-around veteran know-how, quickness, scoring, creative ability and defense make her a power. After winning EuroLeague Women 2024 with Fenerbahce, she's now chasing silverware with CBK Mersin.
11. Temi Fagbenle - Great Britain (new)
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Birth Date: September 8, 1992 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.94 cm Club: Besiktas JK (TUR)
12. Iliana Rupert - France (new)
CENTER
Birth Date: July 12, 2001 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.94 cm Club: CBK Mersin (TUR)
13. Julie Vanloo - Belgium (+3)
GUARD
Birth Date: February 10, 1993 Height: 5ft 6in / 1.86 cm Club: Galatasaray Cagdas Factoring (TUR)
14. Marine Fauthoux - France (new)
GUARD
Birth Date: January 23, 2001 Height: 5ft 9In / 1.76 cm Club: Fenerbahce Alagoz Holding (TUR)
14. Janelle Salaun - France (new)
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Birth Date: September 5, 2001 Height: 6ft 2in / 1.88 cm Club: Beretta Famila Schio (ITA)
16. Awak Kuier - Finland (+4)
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Birth Date: August 19, 2001 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.94 cm Club: Umana Reyer Venice
17. Stephanie Mavunga - Poland (new)
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Birth Date: February 24, 1995 Height: 6ft 3in / 1.91 cm Club: Valencia Basket Club (ESP)
18. Eva Lisec - Slovenia (new)
CENTER
Birth Date: June 17, 1995 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.92 cm Club: UMMC Ekaterinburg (RUS)
19. Nyara Sabally - Germany (new)
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Birth Date: February 26, 2000 Height: 6ft 2in / 1.87 cm
20. Mariella Fasoula - Greece (-10)
CENTER
Birth Date: September 2, 1997 Height: 6ft 4in / 1.92 cm Club: Perfumerias Avenida (ESP)
DISCLAIMER: This is not an official FIBA ranking. The views are that of the author and the list was compiled by a panel of contributors for entertainment purposes to be enjoyed by fans.
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