It was formalized in every way that the Euroleague Final 4 will take place in Athens next May. Earlier, he “locked up” that the headquarters of Panathinaikos Aktor won the “battle” with Belgrade, with 8-3 votes (plus two white) and would welcome the top event in the spring.
Shortly thereafter, the announcement was followed by the organizing authority, which posted, referring to the Greek “good morning” before conveying the news.
The announcement
Euroleague Basketball is proud to announce that the Final Four of 2026 will take place in Athens, returning it to one of the most historic basketball destinations.
The Euroleague Final Four of 2026 will be held at the Telekom Center Athens, a stadium of over 18,000 spectators. Originally constructed in 1994 and extensively renovated for the 2004 Olympic Games, the Telekom Center Athens has since hosted countless legendary basketball moments. The semifinals will take place on May 22 and then the final on May 24th.
This will be the second time that the Greek capital will host the Final Four, with the first being in 2007. Nearly two decades later, the EuroLeague top event returns to the emblematic area, confirming Athens as a cornerstone of European basketball.
“Athens is a city with a deep basketball heritage and one of the most passionate bases in Europe. We are excited to return to Athens in 2026, a city that has hosted some of the most memorable moments in EuroLeague history“, Stressed Dejan Bodiroga (President of Euroleague Basketball). “Greece remains a key market for EuroLeague Basketball, with two top clubs competing annually, an incredible group of fans and a strong appeal as a world tourist destination. The return of the Final Four to Athens is a natural decision, which we are confident will offer another impressive event”
“The return of the Final Four to Athens reflects the strong commitment we continue to build with our traditional markets“Paulius Motengouna (CEO of Euroleague Basketball) said and added:” The city’s commitment to basketball, combined with its rich history and the passion of Greek fans, makes it an ideal place for our biggest event. I would like to thank the Greek Government and the Ministry of Sport for their confidence in the Euroleague Basketball. Their support and commitment played a decisive role in the return of the Final Four to Athens after nearly two decades. With their constant support, we are sure we will once again offer an unforgettable event. ”
The return of the Final Four in Athens highlights the Euroleague Basketball Focus in providing live world -class experiences for fans, while enhancing the global profile of the event.
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