Spain vs Japan Preview & Prediction | 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup | Group Stage
by Alex Sarwar ·
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As is the case with Germany vs Mali, Japan against Spain will see the winner advance to the next round, whilst the loser will have to wait to find out their fate.
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Spain vs Japan prediction
After getting the better of Germany, Spain laid an egg against Mali and paid a heavy price, losing 82-73 to keep the Spaniards waiting to secure knockout qualification. As for Japan, they overcame Mali in a high-scoring thriller before being beaten 74-58 by Germany. We’ve now seen both sides of this Japanese team, one full of cutting edge and attacking verve, but the other lacking in potency and smart decision making.
Spain need Awa Fam at their best if they are to get the better of Japan, You would expect a better showing offensively from the latter and with the stakes at their highest, Fam is one of players Spain will look to for inspiration. With that in mind, back Fam to exceed her 17-point-score against Germany and add 20 points or more this time around.
Spain vs Japan tip: Awa Fam to score 20+ points
