Al-Ahly Tripoli crowned basketball champions of Africa

Libya’s Al-Ahly Tripoli made history by clinching the Basketball Africa League (BAL) title, defeating Angola’s Petro de Luanda in a tightly contested final on Saturday evening.

The match featured several shifts in momentum, with Al-Ahly holding a 43-38 lead at half-time. Petro de Luanda began the game with strong intensity, but Al-Ahly responded effectively to close the first quarter ahead 33-22. Although Petro narrowed the gap during the second quarter, they were unable to overturn the deficit before the break.

In the second half, Al-Ahly Tripoli maintained their composure, managing Petro’s attempts to mount a comeback and safeguarding their lead. The Libyan side ultimately secured a well-deserved victory, capturing the club’s first-ever BAL championship.

Launched in 2020 as a joint venture between the NBA and FIBA, the Basketball Africa League is Africa’s premier professional basketball competition. The league brings together the continent’s top clubs each year to raise the sport’s profile and nurture emerging talent across Africa.

Al-Ahly Tripoli’s triumph marks a landmark moment for Libyan basketball, as they become the first club from the country to win the BAL. The victory not only elevates Libya’s standing in continental basketball but also highlights the growing competitiveness within the region.