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Spain women's basketball defeats Germany 83-53 in World Cup debut
The Spanish women's national basketball team opened their 2026 FIBA World Cup campaign in Berlin with a dominant 83-53 victory over hosts Germany. Playing at the Uber Arena before a crowd of over 12,000 spectators, Spain established control early through exceptional perimeter shooting, including six three-pointers in the opening minutes.
Awa Fam led the offensive effort with 17 points and a performance rating of 25, while Raquel Carrera recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Other key contributors included Iyana Martín and María Conde, who helped maintain a significant lead throughout the match. Spain's defensive pressure and rebounding dominance allowed them to enter halftime with a 26-point advantage.
The tournament's opening day also saw strong performances from other contenders, including France, Belgium, and Italy, as the competition begins in Germany.
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Alba Torrens · Awa Fam · Berlin · Germany women's national basketball team · Iyana Martín · Miguel Méndez · Raquel Carrera · Spain women's national basketball team · Uber Arena
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Raquel Carrera achieved a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. www.lne.es · www.levante-emv.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Awa Fam recorded 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 blocks during the match. www.lne.es · www.levante-emv.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Germany is the host nation for the tournament. www.lne.es · www.levante-emv.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Spain defeated Germany 83-53 in their opening match of the Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin. www.lne.es · www.levante-emv.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] This marks Spain's return to the World Cup after an eight-year absence. www.lne.es · www.levante-emv.com