Diamniadio, Nov 23 (APS) – The Senegal men’s national basketball team beat that of Gabon by a score of 101 points to 58, in a match counting for the second day of the Afrobasket 2025 qualifiers, Saturday, in Dakar Arena.
Senegal perfectly controlled their opponent this afternoon at the Dakar Arena, winning in fine style with a 43-point gap. The Lions of Senegal started to take off at halftime where they led by 46 points to 29.
El Hadji Brancou Badio’s teammates even had the luxury of reaching the symbolic bar of 100 points, without straining their talent.
Ngagne DeSagana Diop’s men confirmed their good form from the first day, during which they won by a score of 81 points to 58, against Rwanda on Friday.
The Lions of Senegal will complete this second qualifying window against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon, tomorrow Sunday.
A third window is planned for February 2025 for the five groups.
Angola has been designated to host the 2025 edition of the men’s Afrobasket.
Senegal won the bronze medal at the 2021 men’s Afrobasket in Kigali. This edition was won by Tunisia at the expense of Ivory Coast.
Angola is the most successful nation in this competition with eleven trophies in total.
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Based on Senegal’s dominant performance, particularly the 100-point game, do you believe they are the favorites to win the Afrobasket 2025 tournament? Why or why not?
## World Today News Exclusive: Senegal’s Dominant Start in Afrobasket Qualifiers
**Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re joined by [Guest 1 Name], a renowned basketball analyst, and [Guest 2 Name], a former Senegalese national team player, to discuss Senegal’s impressive performance in the Afrobasket 2025 qualifiers.**
**Let’s dive right in!**
**Section 1: Senegal’s Dominant Performance**
**(To Guest 1 and Guest 2)**
* **Senegal put on a commanding performance against Gabon, securing a 43-point victory. What factors contributed to such a dominant display?**
* **With back-to-back wins against Rwanda and Gabon, Senegal appears to be in top form. What are your observations about the team’s current gameplay and chemistry?**
* **The Team reached the 100-point mark effortlessly. Do you think this signifies a shift towards a more offensive-minded approach for Senegal?**
**Section 2: The Road Ahead**
**(To Guest 1)**
* **Looking ahead to the match against Cameroon, what challenges do you anticipate Senegal might face, and how can they overcome them?**
**(To Guest 2)**
* **From a player’s perspective, what kind of mentality and preparation will the Lions need to maintain this momentum throughout the qualifiers and potentially into the Afrobasket tournament?**
**Section 3: Bigger Picture: Afrobasket 2025 Aspirations**
**(To Both Guests)**
* **Senegal has a rich history in the Afrobasket tournament, securing bronze in 2021. What are the realistic expectations for the team in the upcoming tournament, considering the current form and the caliber of competition?**
* **Angola, with its impressive trophy count, is hosting the 2025 edition. How do you see this impacting the tournament’s atmosphere and Senegal’s performance?**
* **The Afrobasket tournament often exposes young talent. Are there any particular Senegalese players who you believe have the potential to shine on the international stage?**
**Section 4: Conclusion**
**(To Both Guests)**
* **Any final thoughts or predictions about Senegal’s journey in the Afrobasket qualifiers and beyond?**
**Thank you both for sharing your insights! Tune in next time for more exclusive coverage of the world of sports. This is World Today News.**
