Great Britain Men return to the Vertu Arena, Newcastle for their opening home game of FIBA EuroBasket 2029 pre-qualifying.

Coach Marc Steutel’s men host Slovakia on Sunday 30 August at 5pm with another sell-out crowd anticipated.

Before the clash, GB travel to Switzerland in the opening game of Group E on 27 August, with follow-up windows in November and February.

GB and Eagles Men’s head coach Steutel said: “The GB programme has found a home in Newcastle. We have been able to make it an incredible fortress for the national team.

“The team is in a period of welcoming through a lot of new faces, whilst still developing continuity and relying on the experience of our group, all of which makes it an exciting time for the programme.

“We know the pre-qualifiers are going to be a really difficult competition and we know Slovakia are going to pose a real threat. So we urge all of the British basketball community to come out and support the national team.

“It’s great timing, taking place just before the new SLB season begins. We hope that Eagles fans and supporters from clubs up and down the country can be here to cheer on the team.

“The brilliant crowds we have seen for our tip-offs at the Vertu Arena before have helped the programme get some important wins in the city and we’re looking forward to another special night.”

Tickets for the North East showdown will go on pre-sale to Newcastle Eagles season ticket holders from 5pm on Friday 31 July and on general sale from 5pm on Saturday 1 August.

Book your place on the Newcastle Eagles Box Office priced from £19 for adults and £13 for children.