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U.S. Women Top Spain 76-66 to Reach the FIBA World Cup Final Against France
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points as the Americans held Spain to eight fourth-quarter points and advanced to face France for the title.
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, the United States defeated Spain 76-66 in the FIBA World Cup semifinals in Berlin, with Breanna Stewart scoring 16 points and Kahleah Copper adding 13.
Spain's aggressive defense challenged the Americans early, forcing them to rely on the foul line where they made 27 of 35 free throws as the game remained tied at 58 entering the fourth quarter.
Team USA pulled away in the fourth quarter, holding Spain to just eight points during the final period as Jackie Young scored six points in the closing stretch to seal the victory.
The United States will face France in Sunday's final, a rematch of the 2024 Olympics gold-medal game, after France earned their spot with an 86-64 victory over Germany earlier on Saturday.
Seeking a fifth consecutive tournament title, the Americans defend a 35-game World Cup winning streak, and a championship win would match the former Soviet Union's record for consecutive titles.