Nigeria's women's basketball team, D’Tigress, suffered their first defeat in the FIBA Women's World Cup qualifiers, losing 77-60 to South Korea in France. This match ended their impressive six-game winning streak.
The FIBA Women's World Cup qualifiers took place in France, where Nigeria's D’Tigress faced South Korea on March 12, 2026. According to reports, South Korea secured a decisive victory with a final score of 77-60. This loss marked the end of D’Tigress' six-game winning streak, which had been a highlight of their recent performances.
D’Tigress, the official name for Nigeria's women's national basketball team, entered the qualifiers with strong momentum. However, South Korea's team proved formidable, humbling the Nigerian side in this key matchup. No further details on individual player performances or specific game highlights were available from the sources.
This defeat comes as part of the ongoing qualifiers for the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup. Nigeria's team will need to regroup for upcoming games to advance.
