Fenerbahçe triumphs in Euroleague Final Four 2025: a historic night in Abu Dhabi

On May 25, 2025, Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena hosted an unprecedented Euroleague final: for the first time, the final act of Europe's top competition took place outside the continent. In this evocative setting, Fenerbahçe won its second European title, overcoming AS Monaco by a score of 81-70 .

An intense and hard-fought finale

The game started with a fast pace, with Monaco taking the lead thanks to the plays of Mike James and Alpha Diallo, ending the first quarter ahead 20-18. In the second period, Fenerbahçe responded with determination, led by Devon Hall, managing to close the half ahead 35-33.

The third quarter saw a continuous alternation in scoring, but it was in the fourth period that Fenerbahçe took the lead, thanks to an 11-0 partial fueled by Wade Baldwin's triples and Errick McCollum's plays. Monaco tried to fight back, but the Turkish defense held strong, securing the final victory .

Hayes-Davis Final Four MVP.

Nigel Hayes-Davis was named MVP of the Final Four, thanks to a 23-point, 9-rebound, and 2-recovery performance in the final. Despite a lackluster night shooting (4 of 13 from the field), his accuracy at the free throw line (14 of 14) and leadership on the court were instrumental in Fenerbahçe's success .

Jasikevicius makes history

Coach Sarunas Jasikevicius has reached a historic milestone, becoming the fourth person to win the Euroleague as both a player and a coach. After four titles as a player, he won his first as a coach, crowning a journey that began in December 2023 at the helm of Fenerbahçe .

A historic event in Abu Dhabi

The choice of Abu Dhabi as the venue for the Final Four 2025 marked a historic turning point for the Euroleague, representing a significant step in the competition's global expansion strategy. The event offered a new experience for fans and showed the atmosphere of the tournament to a diverse audience . In conclusion, Final Four 2025 was not only a celebration of European basketball, but also a symbol of the evolution and expansion of the sport globally.