Petrolina AEK suffers first defeat in FIBA Europe Cup against Dziki Warszawa

Petrolina AEK suffered its first defeat in the fifth group of the FIBA Europe Cup, losing 94-80 to Dziki Warszawa in Poland during the second matchday of the tournament on October 14, 2026. Despite a strong effort to recover, the Larnaca-based team could not overcome the initial deficit established by the hosts.

The match began with Petrolina AEK scoring the first points through Tate, but Dziki Warszawa took the lead in the third minute via Girard. The Polish team extended its advantage significantly, reaching a 24-point lead at 42-18 midway through the second quarter following a basket by Osunniyi. Although the visitors managed to narrow the gap to 48-34 by halftime and initiated a comeback attempt early in the second half, the hosts maintained control to secure the 94-80 victory. Notable scoring contributions for the home side included Adetukasi, Aleksandrowicz, and Luke, while Petrolina AEK relied on efforts from players including Tate and Durham to close the scoreline before the final whistle.