Andrey Voynalovich has been added to Ukraine's basketball roster just in time for their crucial pre-qualification match against Slovakia. The game is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, in Riga, with tip-off at 17:00 Kyiv time.
After failing to qualify for EuroBasket 2025 and suffering a defeat to Switzerland in their opening pre-qualification game, Ukraine desperately needs a win. Their opponent, Slovakia, is traditionally considered one of the weaker teams in European basketball.
"We've made one important change to our lineup by bringing back Voynalovich who has recovered from his injury," – the team's management confirmed.
Interestingly, the Slovakian team managed to reach the main qualification stage previously but couldn't capitalize on the opportunity. They lost all their matches and finished at the bottom of their group.
Who should Ukraine watch out for? Timotey Malovec, a promising young forward, and center Tomash Pavelka stand out as Slovakia's key players. Neither team boasts well-known European stars, making this a battle of emerging talents.
By the way, this match represents a perfect opportunity for Ukraine to get their qualification campaign back on track. With Voynalovich's return strengthening the squad, can they secure the much-needed victory in Riga?
The pressure is definitely on. A loss here would severely damage Ukraine's chances of advancing further in the qualification process.
