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Al Ahli Tripoli Make History With 2025 BAL Championship Win Over Petro de Luanda
Al Ahli Tripoli clinched the 2025 BAL Championship in a historic victory over Petro de Luanda, marking the first Libyan team to secure the title. Their triumph highlights exceptional teamwork, strategic brilliance, and resilience, setting a new standard in African basketball. This milestone not only elevates Al Ahli Tripoli’s status but also inspires greater regional representation and competition in the BAL.
Al Ahli Tripoli shocked African basketball fans by defeating Petro de Luanda 88–67 in the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Final. The Libyan side, which qualified via the “Road to BAL,” became the first Libyan team to win the BAL title.
Final Score Summary
| Quarter | Al Ahli Tripoli | Petro de Luanda |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 27 | 19 |
| Q2 | 16 | 19 |
| Q3 | 23 | 16 |
| Q4 | 22 | 13 |
| Total | 88 | 67 |
MVP & Key Performances
- Jean-Jacques Boissy – BAL Final MVP. Instant offense off the bench.
- Assem Marei – 22 points, 19 rebounds. Absolute paint dominance.
- Fabian White Jr. – 18 points, 9 rebounds. Consistent two-way play.
- Jaylen Adams – 11 points, 7 assists. Orchestrated the offense with poise.
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Photo Credit: BAL
Full Game Stats
| Category | Al Ahli Tripoli | Petro de Luanda |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 46% | 45% |
| 3-Point FG % | 28% | 36% |
| Free Throw % | 81% | 60% |
| Total Rebounds | 54 | 30 |
| Assists | 19 | 26 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Steals | 12 | 13 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
Historic Victory
With this win, Al Ahli Tripoli became:
- First Libyan club to win the BAL
- First “Road to BAL” team to claim the title
- 2025 BAL representative at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup
Post-Match Reactions
Boissy: “We came here with nothing to lose. We believed in each other.”
Mendoza (Petro): “We lost composure. Al Ahli wanted it more.”
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Al Ahli Tripoli’s victory at the 2025 BAL Final is more than just a win—it’s a message. They’ve shown that belief, grit, and preparation can rewrite African basketball history. Keep watching this space, because Libyan basketball just entered the spotlight.
