Who is Playing in the Women's Basketball World Cup Final? Team, Schedule

Women's Basketball World Cup Final Teams, Schedule, Date, Game Time, TV, Live Stream, How to watch




The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup reaches its climax this weekend in Berlin, Germany. France has already booked its place in the championship game, while the winner of the USA-Spain semifinal will complete the matchup. Here’s everything you need to know about the final, including the teams, full schedule details, date, game time, TV channels, live streaming options, and how to watch.


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Teams in the Women's Basketball World Cup Final

France advanced to the final after a dominant 86-64 semifinal victory over host nation Germany on Saturday, September 12. Gabby Williams led the French with 22 points, five rebounds, five assists, and four steals. This marks France’s first appearance in the World Cup final since the tournament’s inaugural edition in 1953 and ends a 73-year medal drought. 

France will face the United States. The USA entered the tournament as heavy favorites seeking a fifth consecutive world title and remained undefeated heading into the semifinal.


Where is the Women's Basketball World Cup Final?


The final will be played at the Berlin Arena (also known as Uber Arena) in Berlin, Germany. The entire tournament has been hosted in Berlin across two venues, with knockout-stage games concentrated at the Berlin Arena.


Who is playing in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Final?


France has already qualified for the final after defeating host nation Germany 86-64 in the semifinals on Saturday, September 12.  France will face the winner of the other semifinal between the United States and Spain. The USA entered the semifinal undefeated and as heavy favorites seeking a fifth consecutive World Cup title.

What time Does Start FIBA Women's World Cup Final?


Tip-off for the gold medal game is scheduled for 20:00 local time (CEST) in Berlin. 
That converts to approximately 2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT in the United States (some listings note 1:45 p.m. ET).  


Where to stream the Women's FIBA World Cup game live online?


All games of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, including the final, stream live on HBO Max. 

Additional streaming options include DIRECTV and other live TV platforms that carry TNT and truTV (such as YouTube TV). Courtside 1891 via DAZN also offers coverage in select regions.


What TV channel on FIBA Women's World Cup game?


In the United States, the final is expected to air on TNT and truTV. 

TNT Sports holds the exclusive U.S. English-language broadcast rights. Select games throughout the tournament, including major knockout matches and all Team USA games, have aired on TNT, truTV, and TBS.


Quick Path Recap

France went undefeated, highlighted by a 90-61 quarterfinal win over China and the decisive semifinal victory against Germany.  United States dominated group play and crushed Hungary 108-56 in the quarterfinals before facing Spain.  Spain earned its semifinal berth with a strong tournament run, including a quarterfinal win over Australia.The championship game on September 13 promises high-level international women’s basketball as France aims for its first World Cup title and the USA or Spain looks to claim gold. Check local listings for the most accurate broadcast times in your area.


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