Basketball: Italy - Argentina at PalaDozza

International basketball returns to Bologna: on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM, the Italian National Team will face Argentina in a high-level friendly match that promises excitement and spectacle. The game is part of the Azzurri’s warm-up schedule ahead of FIBA EuroBasket 2025 and stands out as one of the highlights of Italy’s summer basketball calendar.

Italy and Argentina meet again over twenty years after their historic Olympic final in Athens 2004. This is a rare chance to see two iconic national teams live—both with a rich basketball tradition—competing in one of Italy’s most legendary arenas: the PalaDozza, in the heart of Bologna.

Beyond the game itself, the evening will be a celebration of Bologna’s deep basketball passion, set in the unforgettable atmosphere of the “Madison” of Piazza Azzarita. A unique opportunity to cheer on the Azzurri led by coach Gianmarco Pozzecco as they prepare for the continental championship. A must-see event for all sports and basketball fans.