Monday, September 7, 2026, will see the United States take the court against Czechia at Berlin Arena, with tip‑off scheduled for 2:45 p.m. Eastern Time. The match is part of Team USA’s effort to preserve an unblemished record and move one step closer to a historic fifth straight gold medal in the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
Berlin Arena set for showdown
The Americans enter the game riding a pair of hard‑fought victories, a 94‑61 win over China and a narrow 55‑52 triumph over Italy that marked their lowest‑scoring performance since 1984. Those results underscore a blend of offensive firepower and defensive grit that has defined their run so far.
At the heart of the lineup, Caitlin Clark has been a catalyst, averaging 7.5 points and six assists per game while delivering a 14‑point, 11‑assist outing against China. Meanwhile, Angel Reese has contributed eight points, three rebounds, two blocks and a steal, and veteran Jackie Young posted a full line of 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals in the Italy win.
Coach Kara Lawson has opted for a starting five that leans heavily on experience, inserting Breanna Stewart, Chelsea Gray, Napheesa Collier, and the emerging Paige Bueckers alongside Clark. The veteran‑focused approach aims to steady the team as it eyes the quarterfinal berth that awaits the winner on September 10. In addition, support staff members Natalie Nakase, Nate Tibbetts and Stephanie White have helped shape the veteran‑centric lineup.
The tournament trajectory leads directly to the quarterfinals, with the semifinal slate set for September 12 and the final showdown on September 13. A win in Berlin will propel the United States into the knockout round, where the path to the championship becomes increasingly demanding.
In the United States, TNT holds exclusive English‑language broadcast rights, and all 36 games of the competition will be streamed on HBO Max, giving fans nationwide access to the action.