Germany’s women’s basketball squad secured a commanding 83‑58 victory over Mali in the World Cup group stage, marking their second win of the tournament and positioning them for the final round.
Coach Olaf Lange expressed clear satisfaction with the team’s development, noting the progress made since the opening matches and emphasizing the importance of building on this momentum.
Among the standout performers, Frieda Bühner, who topped the scoring chart against Japan, urged her teammates to adopt an aggressive approach from the opening tip, while Luisa Geiselsöder contributed a decisive three‑pointer that helped Germany establish a 56‑37 lead in the second encounter with Mali.
Celebrity fan and WNBA guard Dennis Schröder lauded the squad’s improvement, describing the electric atmosphere inside the arena and highlighting how the team’s rise has captured public attention.
Finishing second in Group A behind Spain, Germany needed a second victory to guarantee progression, a requirement that was met comfortably against Mali, allowing the squad to move forward with confidence.
Looking Ahead to the Play‑Off Round
The next challenge arrives in the play‑off round, where Germany will meet South Korea, a match that will determine whether they advance to the quarter‑finals, where Belgium awaits the victor. With the quarter‑final berth at stake, the German roster is focused on maintaining its defensive intensity and capitalizing on scoring opportunities against a disciplined South Korean side.