Catch Every Game of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Live on Disney+

The Opals are chasing gold in Berlin, and you can catch every bounce live with ESPN on Disney+

The Australian Opals are set to take on the best in women’s international basketball as the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup kicks off in Berlin. Every match of the tournament streams live on Disney+, so lace up and discover the full schedule, the players to keep an eye on, and how to watch every game.

Stream the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Live on Disney+

When Do the Opals Play?

The Australian Opals play Italy in the qualification for the quarter-finals on September 10, 2026, at 6:45 AM NZST.

Where to Watch the FIBA Women’s World Cup in New Zealand

Every single match of the tournament streams live from Berlin with ESPN on Disney+, running 4 to 13 September NZST.

Meet the Opals’ 2026 World Cup Squad

Australia’s squad includes six members of the side that took home bronze at the 2024 Olympics. Here’s the full line-up: Zitina Aokuso, Chloe Bibby, Isobel Borlase, Isabelle Bourne, Alex Fowler, Ezi Magbegor, Jade Melbourne, Steph Reid, Alanna Smith, Steph Talbot, Miela Sowah and Alex Wilson.

The Opals have a high bar to chase in Berlin, having secured silver at the 2018 World Cup in Spain and bronze at home in 2022.

The Team to Beat: Team USA’s Star-Studded Roster

Team USA arrive as tournament favourites, chasing a sixth-straight gold medal. Their roster reads like a WNBA All-Star team, headlined by Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, Kahleah Cooper, Kelsey Plum, and A’ja Wilson.

Belgium, France, Germany, China and Japan Have Skin in the Game Too

It’s not just Australia and the US in the mix. Other tournament contenders include European heavyweights Belgium, France and host nation Germany, whilst hopefuls China and Japan will look to secure a deep run in the World Cup.

ESPN’s Opals Broadcast Team Has Every Game Covered

ESPN on Disney+ will provide comprehensive coverage of the Australian Opals throughout the tournament, led by ESPN host Kane Pitman, Australian Opals representatives Bec Allen, Alice Kunek and Anneli Mailey and former Australian Boomers star Ryan Broekhoff.

Catch the Opals’ Gold Rush, Streaming Live on Disney+

Don’t miss a second of the action. Every game of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup streams live with ESPN on Disney+.

Stream the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Live on Disney+

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