The draw, which will be conducted by FIBA, will determine whether Mozambique will play in Mexico or Rwanda, adding an extra layer of suspense to this crucial event.
Mozambique is in Pot 4 of this draw, which will feature 16 teams from around the world. This event is a key part of the qualification process for the World Cup in Germany, scheduled to take place between August 19 and 25, 2024, in Mexico City and Kigali. These cities will each host two groups, composed of the 16 best teams in the world, with 4 representatives from each region.
The draw for the qualifying tournaments will be broadcast live on FIBA's YouTube channel at 2:00 PM Maputo time, directly from the Patrick Baumann Basketball House. The 16 nations were divided into pots based on their ranking and recent performance, with Mozambique in Pot 4 alongside Venezuela, the Philippines, and Lebanon.
During the draw, the teams from each pot will be distributed into four groups, and competition numbers will be assigned automatically. One team from each region will be assigned to each group, with groups A and B playing in Mexico and groups C and D in Rwanda.
This draw will not only determine Mozambique's opponents, but will also provide a glimpse of the challenge that awaits the participating teams. With the chance to compete on an international stage and seek glory at the World Championship, each team will be eager to see how their destiny unfolds.
For Mozambique, this is a golden opportunity to showcase their skill and determination, and solidify their place among the emerging powers of women's basketball worldwide. As they eagerly await the draw results, the country's eyes will be on their representatives, cheering for success and progress towards the dream of participating in the FIBA Women's World Cup in 2026.
