Latvia – Germany. FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifier – Riga, November 27, 2026
Latvia – Germany. FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifier – Riga, November 27, 2026
On November 27, 2026, Latvia’s men’s national basketball team will play a FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifying game against Germany at Xiaomi Arena in Riga. The game is scheduled to start at 19:30. Visitors will be admitted to Xiaomi Arena from 18:00. The game is expected to end at 21:30. This will be an important battle for Latvia’s national team in its effort to reach the World Cup final tournament for the second consecutive time. Latvia and Germany last met in the quarterfinals of the 2023 World Cup. Germany won that game 81:79 in a dramatic finish. Germany then became World Cup champions and also triumphed at EuroBasket 2025 in Riga. In this home game, Latvia will have the opportunity to face the world and European champions with the support of its fans. The event is organized by the Latvian Basketball Association. The game will be suitable for basketball fans who want to support Latvia’s national team in person during the decisive stage of the qualifying tournament.
What to Expect at the Event
Xiaomi Arena will host a game between the Latvian and German national teams in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifiers. The two teams have a significant history of encounters, including the quarterfinal of the 2023 World Cup. For Latvia, this game is part of the fight for a place in the final tournament in Qatar, making the support of the home fans especially important in the arena.
Venue and Time
The game will take place on November 27, 2026, at Xiaomi Arena, 21 Skanstes Street, Riga. Admission for visitors will open at 18:00, the game will start at 19:30, and it is scheduled to end at 21:30.
Tickets
Tickets for seats are available at prices ranging from 8.00 to 300.00 euros. Children up to and including 6 years of age may enter free of charge if they do not occupy a separate seat.
Important Information for Visitors
- Visitors will be admitted to the arena from 18:00.
- Bringing or taking certain items into the event is prohibited, including large bags, umbrellas, weapons, glass bottles, sharp objects, explosives, narcotic substances, and pets.
- Children up to 6 years of age may enter free of charge without occupying a separate seat.
Why Attend
This is an opportunity to experience Latvia’s national team playing one of Europe’s strongest teams in person. Germany is the current world and European champion, while the home-court advantage and the presence of its fans may be especially important for Latvia. Intense international-level basketball and the stakes of the qualifying tournament promise an emotional evening at the arena.