Quarter-Final tickets stamped in Matosinhos

MATOSINHOS (FIBA U20 Women's European Championship 2016) - The quarter-finalists of the FIBA U20 Women's European Championship 2016 have been confirmed after an exciting Day 4 in Matosinhos.

While there were no major shocks, Italy only just rode their way to a 76-69 success against Bosnia and Herzegovina who had actually led heading into the last few minutes. However, Ceciila Zandalasini and Francesca Pan combined for 38 points to help Italy avoid a major upset.

Spain also posted a late surge with a blistering 30-13 final period to facilitate a 79-53 triumph against the still winless Sweden, as Nogaye Lo Sylla went 6-of-7 from the floor for 18 points.

Russia confirmed their status as favourites with an 81-70 win against Netherlands. Daria Kolosovskaia was immense with 23 points and her Sparta&K M.R. Vidnoje club team-mate Raisa Musina was also brilliant - posting 22 points and 15 rebounds.

Poland were always on top in the derby game against Germany and eased their way to a convincing 63-47 victory, while France had to overturn a double-digit gap to eventually get past Turkey. Lisa Berkani scored 26 points in a 66-61 victory.

There was disappointment for another big local crowd as Serbia shot down Portugal 63-52, meaning the main task for the hosts is to now keep their precious place in Division A. 

For more on all of today's action, you can also go to the FIBA live feed.

Wednesday's results
Spain beat Sweden 79-53
Latvia beat Slovak Republic 61-42
Italy beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 76-69
Belgium beat Greece 62-58
Germany beat Poland 63-47
Russia beat Netherlands 81-70
Serbia beat Portugal 63-52
France beat Turkey 66-61

Quarter-Finals
Spain v Belgium
Poland v Russia
Italy v Latvia
Serbia v France

All remaining teams will compete to remain in Division A via the Classification Games for 9-16 place.

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