USA to face Mexico in FIBA U17 Women's World Cup round of 16
USA to face Mexico in FIBA U17 Women's World Cup round of 16
Updated at: July 15, 2026 at 01:00 PM
The 2026 FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup in Brno, Czechia, reaches a critical stage today.
On Wednesday, July 15, the USA and Mexico face off in the Round of 16 at the Starez Arena Vodova.
The United States enters the match as clear favorites, having dominated Group A with an unbeaten record, including a massive 105-53 win against Latvia.
Despite losing starting center Caroline Bradley to injury, the American offense remains potent, led by standout player Ivanna Wilson Manyacka.
They hope to disrupt the American momentum by utilizing the defensive expertise of Jimena Velazquez, who recently tied the tournament record for single-game steals.
History leans heavily toward the Americans; the last time these two teams met at this stage in 2014, the USA secured a commanding 91-35 victory.
With both teams fighting for a spot in the final eight, fans are expecting a high-intensity battle in Brno.
