Tickets for the FIBA 2027 World Cup qualification game between the Latvia and Germany men’s national teams go on sale Friday, Sept. 4, at 12:00 via bezrindas.lv and basket.lv. The game takes place Nov. 27 at 19:30 at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga.
Latvia’s Path to 2027 World Cup Qualification
Latvia currently holds fourth place in Group K with four wins. To secure a spot in the final tournament, the Latvian national team must win all remaining qualification matches.
The team recently opened the second qualification window with a loss in Croatia but recovered with an 85:70 victory over Israel in Riga. Latvia’s next scheduled match is Nov. 30 against Israel. While Israel is seeking FIBA permission to host the game after a three-year hiatus, it is expected that the game will take place in Riga if that request is not accepted.
Did you know? Latvia and Germany previously met in the quarterfinals of the 2023 World Cup, where Germany won a close contest 81:79.
Germany’s Current Standing and Roster Outlook
Germany shares first through third place in Group K with Poland and Croatia, with each team recording seven wins after eight rounds. Germany currently ranks second in the FIBA world rankings.
The German squad enters the November window following a 99:83 win over the Netherlands and a 96:94 overtime victory against Poland. In the first qualification stage, Germany secured wins over Cyprus (111:79, 83:64) and Israel (92:86, 89:69), while splitting two games with Croatia (88:93, 91:89).
While Germany’s NBA stars will be unavailable for the November window, the roster will still feature several players from the EuroLeague.
Comparison: Recent Group K Performance
| Team | Group Rank | Wins (After 8 Rounds) |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | 1st-3rd | 7 |
| Poland | 1st-3rd | 7 |
| Croatia | 1st-3rd | 7 |
| Latvia | 4th | 4 |
FIBA World Cup Qualification FAQs
When is the Latvia vs. Germany game?
The game is scheduled for Nov. 27 at 19:30 at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are available via bezrindas.lv and basket.lv starting Sept. 4 at 12:00.
What is Latvia’s current status in Group K?
Latvia is in 4th place with four wins and must win all remaining games to qualify.
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