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Germany secured a decisive Group A victory over Mali in Berlin, improving their momentum heading into the quarter‑finals where they will face Korea, with Belgium potentially awaiting them next.
Mali secured a landmark 82‑73 win over Spain, capturing their first victory against European opposition and marking a breakthrough performance by Sika Kone.
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.
The WNBA will pause its season for the first time to accommodate the upcoming FIBA Women’s World Cup, bringing 51 players from 16 nations to Berlin.
Australian forward Isobel Izzy Borlase adjusts to the WNBA's speed and talent, quickly becoming a vital bench player for the Atlanta Dream while building camaraderie with teammates and embracing the city's culture.
The Dream opened the season with two wins, but heavy reliance on starters and a weak bench raise questions ahead of a demanding stretch.