What happened: Ayayi is among eight WNBA players selected for France’s World Cup squad. She is scheduled to arrive in camp Saturday, Aug. 29.
Why it matters: The France captain gives the squad its leader for a field expanded from 12 teams. The tournament runs through Sept. 13.
By the numbers: Ayayi averaged 10.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.8 assists across five games in the 2026 qualifying tournament.
What to watch: France’s final preparations and opening matchup are the next checkpoints.