A further Himalayan climb in the second half of November which promises to be particularly intense for the red and blue colours. For the penultimate day of the first phase group L in the EuroCup, La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso finds its friendly Arena facility again, which until now had only turned on its spotlight for the debut match against the Magyars of Pecs on 9 October. In front of them the #steelflowers will find the Spanish (or rather, the Catalans in deference to the independence sentiment that is well present in the region) of Girona, a team accustomed to leadership with full points both in the continental event and in the championship and, furthermore , still waiting to integrate the company into its staff big woman American with Montenegrin passport Natasha Mack.
STRONG ATTENTION A cross to all intents and purposes of the intricate ones for magnolias, as coach Mimmo Sabatelli himself knows well and points out, moreover, extensively on the eve.
«We are well aware of the value of the Catalans, among the teams most likely to achieve final success in the EuroCup. This is certainly a difficult match, even more so because it comes at a particular time, considering some waste, even of a physical nature, after the match in Cinisello Balsamo against Geas. But, for our part, we will try to do our best.”
PREVIOUS CATALAN However, to give further spirit to the magnolias there is the precedent of the first leg. It was October 16th and the Campobasso team gave their opponents a hard time, winning only by eight (74-66), but also finding themselves behind at the long interval (30-35) and chasing the Molise team until almost the 30th minute.
«That – explains the rossoblù trainer – was a more fluid period for us also on a physical level. We managed to play a great match, but this time we may find ourselves having to face new balances also because we have to fully verify what the recovery can be like after the intense match against Geas.”
NECESSARY ALCHEMIES Among other things, up front, the Campobasso players will find a team whose depth of rotation is proverbial and allows them to always have high quality at their disposal.
«In the first leg their intensity was always constant and their potential, in the face of entrances and exits from the parquet, was always high. In this sense, it will be even more important for us to defend consistently, not as happened in the first quarter on Sunday where the approach wasn’t the best.”
FANS NEARBY In this sense, the Arena supporters will necessarily have to lend a hand to the rossoblù. «It’s been almost a month since we performed in front of them and we want to dedicate a great match to our fans. Their closeness and their encouragement are always indispensable for us, even more so in a moment of darkness like the current one.”
FANS NEARBY After all, calendar in hand, between now and December 8th there will be five consecutive matches at the Arena for the #fioridaiuto who, after Girona, will face Brescia in the championship, then the Armenians of Yerevan in the EuroCup, then the recovery of the championship with San Martino di Lupari on 4 December and 8, again for the Techfind Serie A1, Faenza.
«After so many outdoor matches there will be the possibility of always being in front of our fans, a unique opportunity, regardless of our current limited fluidity, to find determination and try to forcefully recover serenity, thanks to their warmth which cannot make us how good.”
DETAILS TO THE SIDE With tap-off at 8.30pm on the third Wednesday of November, the match between Magnolias and Catalans will have an exclusive live streaming window on the Fiba YouTube channel at the following URL:
What are the key factors that might influence the outcome of the La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso vs. Girona match in the EuroCup?
Welcome to our interview today! We have two esteemed guests with us, Mr. Marco Rossi and Ms. Elisa Pellizzer, who will be sharing their insights on the upcoming match between La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso and Girona in the EuroCup. Mr. Rossi is an experienced sports commentator and analyst, while Ms. Pellizzer is a sports journalist covering women’s basketball for a well-known Italian publication.
Marco, could you start by sharing your initial thoughts on this matchup? What do you think are the main strengths of La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso and Girona, and how do you see the game shaping up?
Marco Rossi: Well, first of all, this is a matchup between two formidable teams with their sights set on winning the EuroCup. La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso has shown great resilience and determination in their previous games, while Girona has been absolutely dominant in both the continental event and their domestic league. However, the biggest strength of Campobasso lies in their ability to stay composed and consistent throughout the game, as shown in their first-leg victory against Girona. On the other hand, Girona’s bench strength and depth of rotation is impressive, which can be a challenge for them.
Elisa, you have been closely following the La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso team. Could you tell us more about their recent form and how they have improved since their last meeting with Girona?
Elisa Pellizzer: Definitely! After a tough game against Geas, La Molisana Magnolia Campobasso is facing some physical difficulties. However, their ability to adapt and find new balances is commendable. They have a strong defense, which was lacking in the first quarter of their previous match against Girona. If they can tighten up their game defensively, especially against Girona’s potential entrances and exits from the parquet, they might have a chance to turn things around. Also, their home crowd support has always been crucial for them, and they will want to dedicate a great match to their fans during this difficult period.
Marco, how do you think the absence of Natasha Mack could impact Girona’s performance in this game? And considering the political
