Romania triumphs over Portugal with a solid 62-46 victory

Romania showcased an impressive performance by defeating Portugal 62-46 in a thrilling match held on Tuesday evening. The game, which took place at the newly inaugurated Danubius Arena in Tulcea, saw a robust turnout with over 4,600 seats filled.

The match unfolded with a close first quarter, ending 11-15 in favor of Portugal. However, Romania rallied back in the second quarter, outscoring their opponents 19-13. They continued to build momentum, ultimately dominating the final quarter with a remarkable 20-8 score, sealing their victory.

Daria Ilieș was a standout player, contributing significantly with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while Alexia Babadac added 16 points and 7 rebounds to the team's success. This victory follows Romania's earlier wins against Azerbaijan (81-55) and Iceland (100-73), positioning them at the top of the standings with 6 points after three games.

Portugal, despite their efforts, has also gathered 6 points but has played four matches. As the group stage comes to a close, Romania is set to face off against the Netherlands on Wednesday at 18:30, while Azerbaijan will compete against Iceland at 16:00. The excitement continues as the teams vie for a spot in the next round.