Vatan Oz/ A.Times-2026 EuroLeague Final Four Semifinals Schedule Confirmed for Athens. The stage is set for the 2026 EuroLeague Final Four Athens presented by Etihad, with two blockbuster semifinal matchups scheduled for Friday, 22 May in the Greek capital. Basketball fans across Europe will witness four of the continent’s elite clubs battle for a place in the championship game, as historic rivals and modern powerhouses collide under the lights in Athens. 2026 Euroleague Final Four Semifinals Times. the calendar for the 2026 EuroLeague Final Four Athens presented by Etihad Semifinal games on 22 May:
Semifinal A: OLYMPIACOS PIRAEUS – FENERBAHCE BEKO ISTANBUL will tip-off at 18:00 local time (15:00 GMT)
Semifinal B: VALENCIA BASKET – REAL MADRID will tip-off at 21:00 local time (18:00 GMT)
Olympiacos Piraeus vs. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul
Tip-off: 18:00 local time (15:00 GMT)
The opening semifinal promises an electric atmosphere as Greek giants Olympiacos face Turkish powerhouse Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul. With passionate fanbases and championship pedigree on both sides, this matchup could become one of the defining games of the season.
Semifinal B
Valencia Basket vs. Real Madrid
Tip-off: 21:00 local time (18:00 GMT)
The second semifinal features an all-Spanish showdown between Valencia Basket and Real Madrid. Valencia continues its rise among Europe’s elite, while Real Madrid enters the Final Four once again carrying its unmatched legacy and championship expectations.
Athens Ready for Europe’s Biggest Basketball Weekend
The 2026 EuroLeague Final Four Athens presented by Etihad is expected to draw thousands of fans from across the continent, transforming the city into the center of European basketball for the weekend. With high-profile rivalries, elite talent, and a championship berth on the line, the semifinal night on 22 May promises drama, intensity, and unforgettable moments on the road to the EuroLeague title.