USA Basketball secured a 55-52 win over Italy on Saturday, clinching a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
The performance of star guard Caitlin Clark was far from stellar, as she managed only a single free‑throw point and missed all six field‑goal attempts, highlighting the need for improvement before the knockout stage.
Despite Clark's off night, the roster showed depth, with Breanna Stewart, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese contributing key rebounds, steals and assists that helped seal the victory.
Berlin Awaits: The Final Group Match
Team USA will travel to Berlin on Monday, September 7, to face Czechia in the final Group D contest, a game scheduled for 1:45 p.m. CT and broadcast on TNT and truTV, with streaming available via Sling and HBO Max.
The win over Italy not only advances the Americans but also provides a valuable confidence boost as they prepare for the quarterfinal showdown, where they will need to field a more polished performance led by Clark and her teammates.