France Faces U.S. in FIBA World Cup Final with No Pressure or Revenge Thoughts

France advances to FIBA World Cup final without pressure or revenge thoughts, set to face U.S. in rematch of 2024 Olympics.

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September 14, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Berlin, Germany — France is set to face the United States in the women’s FIBA World Cup final after a commanding 86-64 victory over host Germany in the semifinals on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

The French team, led by star player Gabby Williams, showed resilience and determination against a passionate German crowd at the Berlin Arena. Williams delivered a standout performance with 22 points, five rebounds, four assists, and five steals, securing her team’s place in the final.

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Despite the emotional weight of the 2024 Olympic final, where France fell to the U.S., the team has chosen to focus on the present. Players like Janelle Salaün and Marine Johannès emphasized that there are no thoughts of revenge, and instead, they are ready to compete with confidence and pride.

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