Tough debut: New Caledonia concede 16 goals in two matches at FIFA U20 Women's World Cup
Spain's demolition of New Caledonia in the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in Poland has put a spotlight on how far behind the Oceania region is in the global game.
In the Women's Basketball World Cup held in Germany, the United States secured their place in the semi-finals with an impressive 108-56 victory over Hungary. Leading their team to success was Napheesa Collier, who scored 19 points, while Caitlin Clark contributed with nine assists and 10 points. The US squad, comprising several WNBA stars, now faces Spain in the semi-finals on Saturday with their sights set on a fifth consecutive title.
Earlier, the Americans had faced a narrow escape from Italy, who pushed them throughout their second pool game before ultimately winning 55-52. Throughout the tournament, the US team has demonstrated consistent improvement. In their first match against Hungary, they quickly built a 36-12 lead in the first quarter, effectively clinching the game.
Spain will meet the USA in the semi-finals, having defeated Australia 89-66 to earn their spot. France claimed the third spot in the tournament after a convincing 90-61 win against China. Chinese star Xu Han contributed 21 points, but the Chinese team fell short despite her efforts. Meanwhile, French players Janelle Salaun and Marine Johannes each scored 15 points, while Gabby Williams added 14 points for France.
In their match against Belgium, host nation Germany secured a 93-74 victory, despite Belgian power forward Emma Meesseman scoring 29 points. The German team, bolstered by home crowd support, displayed a strong performance that showcased their potential to reach the final against the United States.
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