Overview

• Organizers placed over 13,000 red “Stop racism” cards on seats, including the press tribune, for a coordinated pregame show of support.
• The action took place before Finland’s group-stage game against Germany in Tampere.
• Dennis Schröder reported ape-noise abuse from spectators during Germany’s win over Lithuania, stating such conduct is unacceptable.
• FIBA barred a suspected attendee from further EuroBasket matches after two fans were ejected during the Lithuania game.
• Players from Lithuania apologized to Schröder, and fans also showed support at Germany’s subsequent game against Great Britain.