United States seals its spot in the Women’s Basketball World Cup final
The United States national team reaffirmed its status as a global powerhouse by prevailing 76-66 against Spain in an exciting duel held in Berlin. With this result, the American squad secures its presence in the grand final, where it will seek to win its fifth consecutive world title, consolidating a historic hegemony that also includes eight consecutive Olympic golds.
The victory not only represents a spot in the gold medal match, but also extends the Americans’ impressive unbeaten streak to 34 consecutive games in World Cups.
A high-level duel in Berlin
In front of a packed Berlin Arena with 12,650 spectators, Spain stood up to the favorites, remaining competitive until the final minutes. Despite the defeat, the Spanish team stood out for its collective play and the effectiveness of its offensive leaders:
- Iyana Martín: 17 points.
- María Conde: 17 points.
The United States maintains its overwhelming pace in the tournament, supported by the leadership of veteran Breanna Stewart, who was fundamental in neutralizing Spanish comeback attempts and securing the victory in the critical moments of the game.
Road to the podium finish
The team led by Kara Lawson is now preparing for the decisive matchup against France, a team that features stars of the caliber of Gabby Williams and Marine Johannès. The grand final will take place this Sunday at 8:00 PM local time, at the same Berlin venue.
For its part, Spain does not leave empty-handed of aspirations, as it will play for the bronze medal against Germany. This third-place match will take place this Sunday at 4:30 in the afternoon, allowing the Spanish team to close their remarkable World Cup participation with the possibility of reaching the podium.
