Australia vs Spain, FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026, Today Match Prediction

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Australia

Australia Women produced a resilient 82-80 victory over Italy in the Qualification to the Quarter Finals, surviving a dramatic late fightback in Berlin.

The standout performer was Isobel Borlase, who exploded for 30 points, while Zitina Aokuso added 15 points. Steph Talbot contributed 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. 

Offensively, Australia shot an impressive 51% from the field and 57.5% on two pointers, supported by their efficient ball movement (25 assists). Defensively, they controlled the boards 34-30, limited Italy to 46% overall shooting and made key defensive stops when needed the most. 

This win sends Australia into the quarter finals against Spain. However, the team is dealing with several injuries to key players like Ezi Magbegor, Alanna Smith and Jade Melbourne.  

Overall, the team averages 76.8 points per game, while dishing out 20.5 assists. Defensively, they record 37.8 rebounds, 7.8 steals and 1 block.  

Spain

Spain Women bounced back strongly with a 79-59 victory over Japan at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026, securing top spot in Group A and direct qualification to the quarter finals.

Iyana Martin led the scoring with 20 points, while Awa Fam was pivotal, finishing with a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds.

Offensively, Spain shot 40% from the field, including 45% from the two point range, 32% from the perimeter and 70.4% from the free throw line. They also shared the ball efficiently (19 assists) compared to Japan’s 9. Defensively, they dominated the boards 47-31, recorded 13 steals and forced 18 turnovers which caused multiple momentum swings in their favor. 

Spain’s ability to raise its intensity after the break ultimately turned a close contest into a convincing 20 point win. Overall, the team averages 78.3 points per game, while dishing out 19 assists. Defensively, they record 41 rebounds, 9.3 steals and 3 blocks per game.  

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Australia vs Spain Match Prediction & Analysis

Australia enter the quarter final after surviving Italy 82-80, with Isobel Borlase delivering 30 points. Spain arrive after a convincing 79-59 win over Japan, led by Iyana Martin and Awa Fam. Spain’s superior three point shooting and rebounding could challenge Australia’s physicality, while the Opals experience and recent resilience make this a closely contested quarter final.

Head-to-Head Record: In their last four head-to-head matchups, Australia has won all four matches against Spain. 

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Winning Prediction

Spain Women's stronger three point shooting and fresher legs give them a slight edge. Australia showed tremendous resilience against Italy but had to survive a dramatic comeback and are dealing with key injuries. If Spain can control the glass and limit Australia’s transition game, they should advance in a competitive quarter final. We are backing Spain Women to win this matchup. 

Spain Women to win and cover the spread (-7.5)

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