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USA Defeats France 97-79 to Secure Fifth Consecutive Women's Basketball World Cup Title

The USA women's basketball team won against France, claiming the World Cup title after overcoming an early deficit in the final match.

14 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The USA women's basketball team triumphed over France 97-79 to win the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup for the fifth consecutive time. Despite facing the largest deficit they had encountered in the tournament, the American team managed to rally in the second half and secure the victory.

France initially took control of the game, leading by as many as 14 points during the first half. The USA, however, responded with a strong offensive push, leveraging their depth and experience to turn the tide.

Breanna Stewart was a standout performer for the USA, scoring 22 points and playing a crucial role in the comeback. Caitlin Clark also contributed significantly with 12 points, helping to stabilize the team's performance during the comeback phase.

This final marked a rematch of the 2024 Olympic final, where the two teams had also faced off. The win extended the USA women's team’s unbeaten streak in World Cups and Olympic competitions to 20 years, underscoring their dominance in women's basketball.

The match took place at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, where both teams displayed a high level of athleticism and strategy. France’s Gabby Williams was notable for her past performance in the tournament, leading the scoring against Germany in the semifinals, but was contained more effectively in the final.

This victory represents the USA team's 12th FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup title, further solidifying their status as the leading nation in women's basketball. Their consistent success over the years reflects their sustained excellence on the global stage.

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