Team USA prepares for France in FIBA Women's World Cup title game

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Team USA prepares for France in FIBA Women's World Cup title game
Summary

The United States women's basketball team has extended its winning streak in FIBA World Cup competition to 35 consecutive games. The Americans reached the 2026 title game in Berlin following a series of victories that included wins over China, Czechia, Hungary, Italy, and Spain. While the team secured double-digit margins in most contests, the side recorded a narrower 55-52 win against Italy during the current tournament. This run of success has seen the U.S. maintain a +1,066-point differential since the 2010 event began. Team USA now aims to secure its 12th tournament title when it meets France in the upcoming final. The program has already claimed 11 gold medals throughout its history in the signature international competition.

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  • The United States holds a 35-game winning streak in FIBA Women's World Cup play.
  • Team USA faces France in the 2026 title game held in Berlin.
  • The team has claimed 11 gold medals in the tournament since 1953.
  • The U.S. registered a 55-52 win against Italy during the current competition.
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The U.S. has won every game in the FIBA Women's World Cup since 2010.

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