Dubai Basketball will take part in another major challenge on the international stage, as the team travels to Belgrade to compete in the 2025 VTB United League Supercup, scheduled from September 24 to 25. This prestigious competition brings together four basketball powerhouses: CSKA Moscow, Zenit Saint Petersburg, Crvena zvezda Meridianbet, and Dubai Basketball.

In the semi-finals, Dubai Basketball will face a tough opponent in Zenit Saint Petersburg. The game is set for Wednesday, September 24 at 21:00 Dubai Time. Zenit comes into the tournament with a strong pedigree – they are two-time winners of the VTB United League Supercup (2022, 2023) and the reigning vice champions of the VTB United League.

For Dubai Basketball, participation in the VTB United League Supercup marks another great test ahead of the new season. With top teams gathered in Belgrade, the tournament is not only a showcase of elite basketball but also an opportunity to fight for a precious trophy and measure progress against well-established rivals.

2025 VTB United League Supercup, Semi-Finals, Wednesday, September 24:

18:00: Crvena zvezda Meridianbet – CSKA Moscow

21:00: Zenit Saint Petersburg – Dubai Basketball

Thursday, September 25:

19:00: Third place game

22:00: Final

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About Dubai Basketball: 

Founded in 2023, Dubai Basketball is a newly established professional basketball franchise that plays in Europe’s EuroLeague and Adriatic Basketball Association (ABA) League for the 2025/26 season. The franchise has assembled a strong roster of players led by Head Coach Jurica Golemac. The club plays their home games at Coca-Cola Arena.

Dubai Basketball stands as a testament to the power of passion and dedication in shaping the landscape of basketball in the UAE and beyond. Its foundation is built upon a diverse and talented team, consisting of FIBA-certified coaches, former professional players, business experts, and passionate enthusiasts.

Dubai Basketball is committed to catalysing positive social change, where dreams are not just envisioned but realised, talents are not merely found but nurtured, and aspirations are not only lived but fulfilled.

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