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United States women defeat Spain to set up FIBA World Cup final

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

United States women defeat Spain to set up FIBA World Cup final

Summary

The United States advanced to the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup final after a 76-66 victory over Spain at Uber Arena in Berlin on Saturday. The Americans trailed in a tied game early in the fourth quarter before pulling away to secure their spot in the gold medal match. Breanna Stewart led the team with 16 points, while Kahleah Copper added 13 points to break a 58-58 deadlock. This win extends the U.S. World Cup winning streak to 35 games. The team now prepares for a Sunday championship rematch against France. The final marks a reunion of the two teams that faced off in the previous Olympic final more than two years ago. The U.S. enters the game seeking a record-tying fifth consecutive World Cup championship and their 12th overall title.

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By the Numbers

•The United States beat Spain 76-66 in the semifinal match held in Berlin.
•Breanna Stewart recorded a team-high 16 points for the United States.
•The U.S. will face France in the gold medal game on Sunday at 2 p.m.
•This appearance gives the U.S. a chance at a 12th overall World Cup championship.
•The United States has won 35 consecutive games in World Cup play since 2006.

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11:43 PMYahoo Sports — Team USA, with new players, focused on itself for rematch vs France for FIBA World Cup gold

What they're saying

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Caitlin Clark was limited in the semifinal, but the U.S. beat Spain for a rematch with France with records on the line. Aliyah Boston knows there's one goal.
— Yahoo Sports

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