France confirms eight WNBA players for World Cup

Berlin hosts the tournament Sept. 4-13.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 241 min read

The French World Cup squad is starting to come together. The WNBA players who will be in Berlin: -Gabby Williams -Marin Via @alexaphilippou on X

What happened: France’s contingent comprises Gabby Williams, Marine Johannes, Dominique Malonga, Pauline Astier, Carla Leite, Leïla Lacan, Janelle Salaün and Valériane Ayayi. All eight will join Les Bleues in Berlin.

Why it matters: France nearly defeated the USA in the Olympic final. The returning WNBA talent strengthens a group that recently contended for an international title.

What to watch: Watch how the eight players are integrated before World Cup play begins Sept. 4.

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@alexaphilippou 2026-08-24T15:17:45.948839+00:00

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