D’Tigress will play for pride when they face France in their final Group B game at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup on Monday (today), having already crashed out of the competition after two defeats.The Nigerian women suffered a 99-81 defeat to South Korea in their opening game before losing 71-67 to Hungary on Saturday, ending their hopes of progressing from the group.The clash with France will therefore be an opportunity for D’Tigress to bow out of the tournament on a positive note after a disappointing start.However, their campaign has also raised questions about the team’s preparation, particularly the involvement of head coach Rena Wakama in the build-up to the tournament.In an interview ahead of the World Cup, Wakama revealed that she only learnt a few days before leaving the United States that she would be travelling to Berlin for the tournament, after spending part of the period with WNBA side Chicago Sky.Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. The Nigerian women suffered a 99-81 defeat to South Korea in their opening game before losing 71-67 to Hungary on Saturday, ending their hopes of progressing from the group.The clash with France will therefore be an opportunity for D’Tigress to bow out of the tournament on a positive note after a disappointing start.However, their campaign has also raised questions about the team’s preparation, particularly the involvement of head coach Rena Wakama in the build-up to the tournament.In an interview ahead of the World Cup, Wakama revealed that she only learnt a few days before leaving the United States that she would be travelling to Berlin for the tournament, after spending part of the period with WNBA side Chicago Sky.Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. The clash with France will therefore be an opportunity for D’Tigress to bow out of the tournament on a positive note after a disappointing start.However, their campaign has also raised questions about the team’s preparation, particularly the involvement of head coach Rena Wakama in the build-up to the tournament.In an interview ahead of the World Cup, Wakama revealed that she only learnt a few days before leaving the United States that she would be travelling to Berlin for the tournament, after spending part of the period with WNBA side Chicago Sky.Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. However, their campaign has also raised questions about the team’s preparation, particularly the involvement of head coach Rena Wakama in the build-up to the tournament.In an interview ahead of the World Cup, Wakama revealed that she only learnt a few days before leaving the United States that she would be travelling to Berlin for the tournament, after spending part of the period with WNBA side Chicago Sky.Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. In an interview ahead of the World Cup, Wakama revealed that she only learnt a few days before leaving the United States that she would be travelling to Berlin for the tournament, after spending part of the period with WNBA side Chicago Sky.Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Her late arrival meant she joined D’Tigress only four days before their opening game, after the team had already gone through a significant part of its pre-tournament programme in the United States, China and Spain.Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Wakama’s absence was not, however, limited to the final days of the build-up.In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. In April, the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced that she would miss D’Tigress’ United States tour because of her commitments with Chicago Sky, with assistant coach Wani Muganguzi taking charge of the team during the trip.Related NewsWakama hails Hungary after D’Tigress second W’Cup defeatCelebs storm weddings as Coca-Cola gifts couples N3m eachW’Cup: D’Tigress switch focus to Hungary after S’Korea lossMuganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Muganguzi subsequently led D’Tigress in games against WNBA sides Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx as part of the team’s preparations for the World Cup.D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. D’Tigress lost 89-63 to the Sparks before putting up a stronger performance in an 88-79 defeat to the Lynx, with Muganguzi overseeing both games.The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. The assistant coach’s role was part of a wider preparation programme that continued while Wakama remained committed to her WNBA duties.D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. D’Tigress later travelled to China for a series of warm-up games before continuing their preparations in Spain ahead of their arrival in Berlin, all without Wakama.The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. The issue has gained more attention following D’Tigress’ disappointing start to the World Cup and the debate that has followed over the quality and age of the squad.Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Wakama herself, after the defeat to South Korea, pointed to the cohesion of their opponents, noting that they had played together and were clear about what they wanted to do.“It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. “It is tough when your shots weren’t falling. I thought we had great looks in the first half, really good looks. We got to the free throw line but finished the game shooting 12-23 from the free throw line. We just weren’t able to get it done,” she said.Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake. Against France, D’Tigress will hope to produce a stronger performance and end their campaign with a victory despite having nothing but pride at stake.