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On February 28, 2026, Uganda’s national basketball team will host Mali in a crucial World Championship qualifier. The match, set to take place on home soil, presents Uganda with a significant challenge as they enter the game following a disappointing loss in their last outing. This trend of form has placed them on the back foot, as they are yet to secure a win in their recent games.
Conversely, Mali comes into this fixture with a stronger momentum, having achieved victory in their latest match. The team has demonstrated solid tactical execution, showcasing their ability to efficiently transition from defense to offense, which may prove pivotal against a Ugandan side that has struggled to find form.
The bookmakers have set the odds markedly in favor of the away team, with Mali positioned at 1.09 compared to Uganda’s 6.04. This disparity highlights the expectation of a competitive edge in performance and cohesion within the Mali squad.
As both teams prepare for this encounter, Uganda must leverage their home advantage and seek to disrupt Mali’s rhythm. While Mali is favored to win, basketball can be unpredictable, and Uganda’s potential for an upset remains a possibility.
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| Uganda 15.3% |
Mali 84.7% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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6.04 | 1.09 |
Latest Results
| 26.02.26 Angola basketball – Uganda basketball – 90:68 16.08.25 Egypt basketball – Uganda basketball – 77:64 14.08.25 Uganda basketball – Mali basketball – 72:85 12.08.25 Senegal basketball – Uganda basketball – 88:53 23.02.25 Uganda basketball – Libya basketball – 66:69 |
26.02.26 Mali basketball – Egypt basketball – 86:77 24.08.25 Angola basketball – Mali basketball – 70:43 23.08.25 Mali basketball – Senegal basketball – 87:80 20.08.25 Ivory Coast basketball – Mali basketball – 96:102 OT 18.08.25 Guinea basketball – Mali basketball – 67:70 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.08.25 Uganda basketball – Mali basketball – 72:85 14.08.23 Mali basketball – Uganda basketball – Canceled 01.07.22 Uganda basketball – Mali basketball – Mali awarded 26.11.21 Mali basketball – Uganda basketball – 76:66 30.06.18 Uganda basketball – Mali basketball – 80:95 |
Standings
Europe
Group A
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Switzerland | 6 | 6 | 0 | 484:341 | 12 |
| 2 | Ireland | 6 | 3 | 3 | 454:470 | 9 |
| 3 | Kosovo | 6 | 2 | 4 | 442:489 | 8 |
| 4 | Azerbaijan | 6 | 1 | 5 | 405:485 | 7 |
Group B
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Romania | 4 | 3 | 1 | 316:287 | 7 |
| 2 | Norway | 4 | 2 | 2 | 273:277 | 6 |
| 3 | Luxembourg | 4 | 1 | 3 | 271:296 | 5 |
Group C
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Austria | 4 | 3 | 1 | 401:312 | 7 |
| 2 | Armenia | 4 | 2 | 2 | 346:384 | 6 |
| 3 | Albania | 4 | 1 | 3 | 290:341 | 5 |
Ranking of second-placed teams
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Norway | 4 | 2 | 2 | 273:277 | 6 |
| 2 | Armenia | 4 | 2 | 2 | 346:384 | 6 |
| 3 | Ireland | 4 | 1 | 3 | 284:339 | 5 |
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