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Mali defeated Spain 82-73 in the 2026 FIBA World Cup group stage, marking its first win against a top‑ranked team and setting up a crucial clash with Germany for a place in the knockout round.
Mali defeated Spain 82-73 to claim their second World Cup title, while Hungary secured a long‑awaited win over Nigeria and Nigeria’s Amy Okonkwo shone in a pool‑stage finale.
Mali’s triumph over Spain marks its second tournament triumph, and the Group A race remains tightly contested after all teams posted 1-1 records.
Mali overcame a halftime deficit to beat Spain 82-73, capturing its second-ever World Cup title, as other Group A teams delivered dramatic results.
Mali’s 82-73 victory over Spain, powered by Sika Kone’s 19 points, marks the nation’s first World Cup win and the second for Africa, while other Group A teams also progress with narrow margins.
Mali defeated Spain 82-73, securing its second-ever Women's Basketball World Cup title and marking a breakthrough moment for African basketball.
In Berlin, Mali overcame Spain 82‑73, with Sika Kone and Djeneba N'Diaye leading a late rally that secured a landmark win for the West African nation.