MANRESA, Spain (Interstat) — A pivotal late-season matchup in the Spain LF women’s professional basketball league tips off Saturday as CBF Manresa hosts Maresme.

The game, scheduled for April 18, 2026, at Manresa’s home court, features two teams heading in opposite directions. CBF Manresa (13-11) has won three straight and looks to solidify its playoff positioning. Maresme (11-14), coming off a win but mired in a inconsistent stretch, needs a victory to bolster its own postseason hopes.

The home team holds both the season series and momentum advantage. CBF Manresa defeated Maresme 69-65 on Jan. 11 in their only meeting this season. Manresa also enters on a hot streak, with victories over TGN Basquet, Leon and Mondragon in its last three outings.

A key matchup will be in the frontcourt between two of the league’s top performers. Manresa is led by forward Mariona Teixido, who is coming off a dominant 22-point, 12-rebound performance in a win over TGN Basquet on April 11. For Maresme, forward Joana Navarro provides a consistent double-double threat, as evidenced by her 10-point, 10-rebound, 5-assist line in the team’s April 11 victory over Sanfer.

Maresme’s recent form has been volatile. Following a 69-43 home loss to TGN Basquet on March 28, the team regrouped to beat Sanfer last week. Guard Maria Fux (16 points) and forward Carla Perez (6 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists) were crucial in that win alongside Navarro.

For CBF Manresa, balance has been key. While Teixido stars, contributions from players like guard Claudia Gener (11 points vs. TGN Basquet) and center Maria Sall provide defensive stability.

With the regular season winding down, Saturday’s contest carries significant weight for the league standings. CBF Manresa will aim to leverage its home court and recent form, while Maresme seeks to replicate its latest defensive effort and spring a critical road upset.