Olimpia Milano - Virtus Bologna

There is no rivalry in Italian basketball quite like Olimpia Milano against Virtus Bologna. The country's two most successful and historic clubs meet in a fixture that has decided titles and defined eras — and on the EuroLeague stage the edge is sharper still.

Expect a charged Forum, travelling Bologna support and the intensity that only a genuine derby brings. For many fans it is the first game they look for when the schedule lands.

EuroLeague nights like this draw basketball fans from across the continent, pairing elite European competition with the atmosphere of a marquee occasion. Check the date and tip-off time shown above and plan around one of the season's standout fixtures.