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Portuguese basketball point guard Rafael Lisboa discusses his recent club transfer to Alicante in the Spanish second division, stating that the move makes him feel closer to his goal of playing in the ACB, Spain's top league. He also comments on the upcoming qualification matches for the 2027 FIBA World Cup. The article additionally reports on Portugal's U18 men's national team, which suffered consecutive losses to the Czech Republic (83-53) and Poland (78-58) in the European Championship Division B. In other news, head coach José Araújo has called up 16 players for a preparation camp ahead of the EuroBasket 2027 qualifiers, with Portugal scheduled to play two qualifying games in November.
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Rafael Lisboa: "Move to Alicante makes me feel closer to the ACB goal"
The Portuguese point guard explains his club change in the 2nd Spanish league and also discusses the upcoming World Cup 2027 qualifying games.
Portugal loses again in U18 European Championship Division B
The Portuguese fell 83-53 to the Czech Republic, suffering their third defeat.
Portugal loses to Poland and suffers second defeat in U18 European Championship (Division B)
Poland beat Portugal 78-58 in the second round.
José Araújo calls up 16 players for preparation camp ahead of EuroBasket 2027
Portugal has two qualifying games in November.
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Rafael Lisboa: Move to Alicante Brings Me Closer to ACB Goal