USA Beats Spain to Reach Women's Basketball World Cup Final Against France
The United States edged Spain 76-66 in a tense semifinal, setting up a title clash with France, who defeated host nation Germany 86-64.
The United States women's basketball team secured a place in the Women's Basketball World Cup final after defeating Spain 76-66 in a closely contested semifinal, according to Al Jazeera.
The result sets up a championship match against France, which advanced by defeating host nation Germany 86-64 in the tournament's other semifinal, the report said.
France's win over Germany was powered by a strong performance from Gabby Williams, according to the report.
Details on the venue, date and scoring breakdown of the semifinal matches were not fully specified in available reporting. The final between the United States and France will determine the tournament champion.
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- USA edge Spain to book Women’s Basketball World Cup final against France — Al Jazeera — All
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