U.S. wins fifth straight women's FIBA World Cup, beating France 97-79
Summary
The United States women's basketball team won the 2026 FIBA World Cup by beating France 97-79. This marks the fifth time in a row the U.S. has won this tournament and extends their winning streak in World Cup games to 36.Key Facts
- The U.S. has not lost a World Cup game since 2006.
- The U.S. team was behind by 14 points in the first half but came back to lead by halftime.
- Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).
- Jackie Young scored 18 points, helping the team take control in the second half.
- The U.S. team included many young players playing in their first World Cup, like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers.
- France scored 79 points, with Dominique Malonga scoring 21 and Gabby Williams 20 points.
- This was France’s best ever finish in the women’s FIBA World Cup.
- Spain won the bronze medal by beating Germany in the third-place match.
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