
U.S. Women’s Basketball Team Staves Off Historic Defeat in Thrilling FIBA World Cup Win Over Italy
The U.S. women's team edged Italy 55-52 in Berlin, overcoming a late deficit to keep their World Cup unbeaten run alive.
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The U.S. women's team edged Italy 55-52 in Berlin, overcoming a late deficit to keep their World Cup unbeaten run alive.

Team USA edged Italy 55-52 in a tightly contested FIBA Women's World Cup match, clinching a spot in the quarterfinals and preserving a perfect 2-0 record in the group stage.

Australia beat Turkey 87-71 to secure a place in the final phase, with Ezi Magbegor leading the scoring and a showdown with Belgium looming.

Coach Andrea Capobianco highlights Caitlin Clark's technical mastery and visual appeal, while Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini braces for a defensive test against the USA in the upcoming World Cup group stage.

Caitlin Clark will make her first appearance for Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin, where the Americans will compete in Group D against China, Italy and Czechia, with games scheduled September 4‑7 and broadcast on TNT, truTV and HBO Max.

On September 4, 2026, the United States defeated China in the FIBA Women's World Cup in Berlin, with Angel Reese scoring 15 points and teammates Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers adding crucial contributions.

The United States will look to extend its unbeaten streak at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup when it faces Italy in Berlin on September 6.

Australia defeated Turkey 87-71 in the Women’s Basketball World Cup, securing a place in the final phase and positioning themselves for a potential quarterfinal berth against Belgium.

Team USA enters its second group‑stage game looking to extend a historic winning streak, while Italy’s star forward Cecilia Zandalasini prepares to challenge the defending champions.

With the 2026 FIBA World Cup pause looming, A'ja Wilson remains the leading candidate, while Caitlin Clark’s league‑leading assists and Olivia Miles’ Rookie of the Year performance fuel a heated discussion about how stats, team success and defensive treatment intersect in MVP considerations.

China survived a late Czech surge to win 74-70 in overtime, with key contributions from Han Xu and Yang Shuyu, setting up a pivotal Group D showdown against Italy.
The United States women's national basketball team will open its 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup campaign in Berlin on September 4, seeking a fifth consecutive gold medal despite the absence of key players A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum.

During the FIBA World Cup, Team USA stopped in Berlin to thank U.S. Marines for their service, with star players Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers leading a practice session that sparked social‑media praise and highlighted the historic start of Clark’s World Cup career.

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana University graduate and WNBA standout, has used her platform to flag persistent challenges in player development and league growth, urging increased investment to secure the future of women’s professional basketball.

Team USA, fresh off a 94‑61 win over China, takes on Italy in Berlin on September 6, a match that could determine the group leader and a direct route to the quarterfinals.

Australia’s 87‑71 win over Turkey not only secured a place in the final phase but also highlighted the depth of their squad and set up a decisive showdown with Belgium for a quarterfinal berth.

Australia beat Turkey 87‑71 to reach the final phase, with key performances from Ezi Magbegor and Sevgi Uzun, while the United States kept its perfect record.

Australia beat Turkey 87‑71, with Ezi Magbegor leading the scoring, and now faces Belgium in a match that could decide a quarterfinal berth, as the U.S. extended its winning streak to 32 games and China opened its campaign against the Czech Republic.

USA Basketball opened their 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup campaign with a 94-61 victory over China, highlighted by Caitlin Clark's record double-double, and now prepare for a key Group D showdown against Italy in Berlin.

The United States will kick off its FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign on September 6 against Italy, with Caitlin Clark and teammates aiming to finish first in Group D and advance to the quarterfinals.

The 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin will feature standout former Iowa players Caitlin Clark and Megan DiLeo, with the United States aiming for its 12th overall gold and Spain returning after a two-year absence.

During the FIBA World Cup 2026, Team USA invited U.S. Marines stationed in Berlin to join a practice session, where stars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers impressed with 14 points each, underscoring a tradition of athletes honoring service members while preparing for upcoming group stage matches.

Team USA announces a 12‑player roster of former NCAA stars and first‑round WNBA picks, aiming for a fifth consecutive gold medal at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin.
After a groin injury cut short her 2025 WNBA season, Caitlin Clark returns to help the U.S. women’s team chase history in Berlin, bringing her 22.5 points and 8.4 assists per game to the global stage.