The United States women’s national team beats Spain 76-66 to reach the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup final. Breanna Stewart scores 16 points and Kahleah Copper adds 13 as the Americans advance to face France in the championship game.
Multiple outlets report that the game stays close for much of the matchup, with the teams tied 58-all entering the fourth quarter. The U.S. then pulls away in the final period to secure the win. Jackie Young is also noted as contributing 12 points.
Across the coverage, the main emphasis is on the result and the margin in the late stages, with consistent details on scorers and the final score. The Guardian and CBS both describe the U.S. taking control in the fourth quarter after the tie, while the Japan Today report focuses on the same scoring leaders and the final-round opponent.
