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Team USA secures fifth consecutive World Cup title over France in Berlin

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 11:01 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Team USA secures fifth consecutive World Cup title over France in Berlin
Summary

Team USA claimed the women's basketball World Cup title on September 13, 2026, defeating France 97-79 in Berlin. After a challenging start, the Americans dominated the second half to secure their fifth consecutive title and twelfth overall. This victory marks a milestone, further extending their 36-match winning streak at the World Cup, with the last loss dating back to 2006. France achieved its best-ever World Cup finish with a silver medal, while Spain took bronze after defeating Germany in the third-place game. The WNBA season resumes on September 17, 2026.

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  • •Team USA defeats France 97-79 in the World Cup final.
  • •This victory adds to Team USA's record of 12 World Cup titles.
  • •Breanna Stewart named tournament MVP after averaging 12.8 points per game.
  • •France earns its first silver medal in World Cup history.
  • •Spain secures bronze by defeating Germany.
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  • 11:01 PMCBS Sports — 2026 Women's World Cup winners and losers: Breanna Stewart, Team USA leave competition in the dust
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While the Americans stole the show, there was plenty of global talent on display in Berlin, too

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