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USA Dominates FIBA Women's World Cup with Unbeaten Streak
9 Sep
Summary
- Team USA secured a 105-64 win over Czechia, extending their winning streak.
- The Americans are favored to win the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup.
- The tournament is being held in Berlin, Germany, with knockout stages beginning soon.
Team USA has reached the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's World Cup, being held in Berlin, Germany. The Americans completed group play with a decisive 105-64 victory over Czechia on September 7th, marking their third consecutive win and extending a remarkable 33-game World Cup winning streak that began in 2006.
Key players like Breanna Stewart and Jackie Young are performing well, with Caitlin Clark leading in assists. Coach Kara Lawson highlighted Clark's playmaking ability, emphasizing her importance in running the team. The young players are gaining valuable experience as the team heads into the knockout stage.
The tournament has now entered an elimination-style format. Quarterfinal matchups are scheduled to begin on September 10th. Team USA will compete against the victor of the Hungary vs. Japan game. The semifinals are set for September 12th, followed by the championship and third-place games on September 13th.
According to BetMGM, Team USA is the strong favorite to win the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup, with odds of -500. Other contenders include France, Belgium, Australia, and Spain. The entire tournament is hosted in Berlin, Germany, with games taking place at the Berlin Arena and Max-Schmeling-Halle.
