D’Tigresses Beaten by France, End 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Adventure Winless
*Captain Okonkwo admits the Nigerian ladies struggled to find rhythm African champions Nigeria’s D’Tigresses completed their adventure in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin, Germany yesterday without
Nigerian women's basketball team the D’Tigresses suffered a 111-56 defeat against France in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, marking their first loss of the tournament. This marked the worst performance by the team in recent memory, with captain Okonkwo stating that France's superior quality and tempo left the Nigerians unable to establish any rhythm.
The French side exploded to a 31-26 lead by halftime, and maintained their dominance in the second and third quarters before slowing down in the final period. France set a new record with 22 three-pointers, and Gabby Williams made history by becoming the first French player to achieve six three-pointers in a single Women’s World Cup game.
Nigeria's loss underscores the significant difference between the current squad and the Olympic champions of 2024. Head coach Rena Wakama acknowledged that the team is in a rebuilding phase and cannot rely on past successes. She emphasized the need to secure the best available talent for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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