Spain announces 12-player roster for Women's Basketball World Cup

Spain's national women's basketball team head coach Miguel Méndez has announced the final 12-player roster for the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Germany. The squad includes captain Alba Torrens, who is the only player in the group with previous World Cup experience.

The selected roster consists of Alba Torrens, María Conde, Maite Cazorla, Alicia Flórez, Mariona Ortiz, Helena Pueyo, Iyana Martín, Awa Fam, Elena Buenavida, Megan Gustafson, Paula Ginzo, and Raquel Carrera. The selection process resulted in several notable omissions, including María Araújo, Irati Etxarri, Andrea Vilaró, Aina Ayuso, Lola Pendande, Nerea Hermosa, and Marta García.

Spain returns to the World Cup stage after an eight-year absence. The team is scheduled to begin group stage play on Friday, September 4, against host nation Germany, followed by matches against Mali and Japan.