Sport · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Two stars absent from American roster for 2026
A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum ruled out for medical reasons at the Women's World Cup.
By Editorial team
The United States loses two key players for the 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup. A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum, unavailable for medical reasons, are replaced in the American selection by Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen. The competition will take place in Berlin from September 4-13, 2026. The American team will have to rely on its new recruits to defend its prestige on the world court.