ASVEL Villeurbanne’s EuroLeague regular season concluded with a disappointing eighth consecutive defeat, falling 81-76 to Fenerbahçe at home on Thursday, April 17, 2026. The loss marked their tenth straight home loss in the competition, underscoring a difficult campaign for the French side as they finished the regular season.
Meanwhile, Olympiacos Piraeus secured the EuroLeague regular season title with an identical 81-76 victory over Olimpia Milan, locking in first place on the standings. The Greek powerhouse’s win came in their final regular-season game, cementing their position as the top seed heading into the playoffs.
The results highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams as the EuroLeague regular season drew to a close. ASVEL, playing at the Palais des Sports de Gerland in Villeurbanne, struggled to contain Fenerbahçe’s offense despite a competitive effort. The Turkish side maintained a steady lead throughout the game to claim the victory.
For ASVEL, the defeat extended a troubling trend that had seen them lose eight straight games overall and ten consecutive home games in EuroLeague play. The streak represented one of the longest losing runs in the club’s recent EuroLeague history, raising questions about consistency and performance as the season concluded.
Olympiacos, conversely, entered their game against Milan with the opportunity to secure the top seed, which they seized with a disciplined performance. The win over the Italian giants underscored their resilience and depth, qualities that have characterized their strong showing throughout the 2025-26 EuroLeague campaign.
The Palais des Sports de Gerland, ASVEL’s home venue, has been a challenging fortress for the team this season, with the club failing to win a EuroLeague game on their home court in the latter part of the regular season. The atmosphere, while supportive, could not overcome the team’s struggles on the court.
With the regular season complete, attention now turns to the EuroLeague playoffs, where Olympiacos will begin their title defense as the No. 1 seed. ASVEL, having finished the regular season, will not participate in the postseason, ending their EuroLeague journey for the year.
The outcomes set the stage for the next phase of the competition, with Olympiacos aiming to leverage their home-court advantage in the playoffs. For ASVEL, the focus shifts to regrouping and addressing the issues that led to their late-season skid as they look ahead to future campaigns.
As the EuroLeague moves into its knockout stage, the contrast between the two teams’ trajectories serves as a reminder of the fine margins that define success and failure at the highest level of European club basketball.
What’s next for EuroLeague fans? The playoffs begin shortly, with Olympiacos opening their title defense as the top seed. Stay tuned to Archysport for updates, analysis, and coverage of the journey to the Final Four.
