Team USA prepares to face Spain in FIBA World Cup semifinal

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Team USA prepares to face Spain in FIBA World Cup semifinal
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Team USA continues its FIBA Women's World Cup campaign on Saturday, Sept. 12, in Berlin, Germany, as the squad faces Spain in the tournament semifinals. The United States enters the contest carrying a 34-game winning streak that dates back two decades, with the team's last tournament loss occurring during the 2006 semifinals. Breanna Stewart, a veteran of four World Cups, remains a key contributor for the Americans alongside Napheesa Collier, who currently leads the team in scoring with 10.3 points per game. Spain, led by Iyana Martin’s 16.5-point scoring average, seeks to challenge the defending champions in a rematch of the 2014 championship game. The winner of this semifinal matchup will advance to the final to face either France or Germany.

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  • The semifinal game between Team USA and Spain takes place in Berlin on Saturday, Sept. 12.
  • Team USA enters the match with a 34-game winning streak in World Cup competition.
  • Napheesa Collier leads the United States in scoring, while Iyana Martin leads Spain with 16.5 points per game.
  • The U.S. last suffered a World Cup loss in the 2006 semifinals against Russia.
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  • 7:16 PMYahoo SportsThe last time Team USA beat Spain for gold, Breanna Stewart was there
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Team USA has reached the semifinals of the FIBA World Cup and is looking to keep its 34-game winning streak alive when it plays Spain.

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