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Team USA secures fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title against France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 9:52 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Team USA secures fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title against France

Summary

Team USA claimed their fifth straight FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup title on September 13, defeating France 97-79. The matchup saw Team USA overcome a 14-point deficit in the gold medal game, showcasing resilience under pressure. Breanna Stewart led the team with 22 points and earned her second World Cup MVP honor. Coach Kara Lawson utilized key substitutions that turned the game around in the second half. The victory reinforces Team USA's dominance in women's basketball, extending their World Cup winning streak to 37 games.

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By the Numbers

•Team USA rallied from a 14-point deficit in the final
•Breanna Stewart led with 22 points, earning MVP honors
•Kara Lawson's strategic adjustments proved crucial
•Team USA's win extends their World Cup streak to 37
•This title adds to Team USA's legacy in international basketball

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9:52 PMYahoo Sports — With fifth straight FIBA World Cup title, Team USA bridges past, present and future to uphold gold standard

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In what was rightfully billed as their toughest challenge, Team USA looked every bit as worthy of the world domination title they’ve maintained for more than three decades.
— Yahoo Sportsby Cassandra Negley

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