Basketball, Women, Under-17s, World Cup, Germany v Mexico

Jul 14, 2026

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Mia Wiegand (No. 13, Germany) and Leonie Pfanzelt (No. 3, Germany) embrace each other jubilantly on the court at the Starez Arena in Brno. In the background, the scoreboard shows the score 61–42, other team members celebrate together as Mia Wiegand (No. 13, Germany) and Leonie Pfanzelt (No. 3, Germany) celebrate their victory Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Leni Schramm Bunni (10), Germany, jumps to shoot and is blocked by Jordan Martin (3), Mexico. In the background is the banner for the 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Leni Schramm Bunni (10), Germany, takes a shot against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
The German U17 national team stands in a tight huddle on the court at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. In the background, the banner for the 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup and a row of international flags can be seen. Germany U17 in a huddle at the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
A German player is lying on the floor of the Starez Arena in Brno after a tackle. In the background, other players from both teams can be seen, including Isamar Rumbo (No. 15, Mexico). Germany player on the floor after a tackle against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Mia Wiegand (13), Germany, runs past a Mexican player who is falling to the ground while trying to catch the ball. In the background, other players from both teams can be seen, as well as Leonie Pfanzelt (3), Germany. Mia Wiegand (13), Germany, in a one-on-one battle at the U17 Basketball World Cup Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Frederike Askamp, No. 14 from Germany, rises for a jump shot at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno, while a Mexican player, No. 15 Isamar Rumbo, tries to block the shot. In the background, other players from both teams can be seen, as well as the 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup banner. Frederike Askamp, No. 14 of Germany, shoots against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Darina Zraychenko 8 (Germany) leaps upward to shoot a basket while being guarded by a Mexican player; Mariana Diaz 4 (Mexico) watches the scene in the background; Darina Zraychenko 8 (Germany) shooting a basket against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Darina Zraychenko (No. 8) of Germany drives toward the basket with the ball while being pressured by a Mexican player. In the background, other players from both teams and national flags can be seen at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Darina Zraychenko (No. 8) of Germany drives toward the basket. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Lara Gierlich, 12, Germany, battles for possession in the scrum, while Ivanna Olalde 9 (Mexico) and Isamar Rumbo 15 (Mexico) apply pressure from both sides. In the background, national flags and a photographer can be seen. Lara Gierlich 12 (Germany) battles for the ball against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Mia Wiegand (13, Germany) holds onto the ball under pressure from Yania Valverde (14, Mexico) and looks for a shot. The scene shows an intense one-on-one battle on offense during the international basketball game at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Mia Wiegand (13, Germany) battles Yania Valverde, No. 14, Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Mathilda Haensch (No. 16, Germany) battles on the ground for the loose ball, while Mia Wiegand (13, Germany) and Linda Thimm (5, Germany) watch the action. Several Mexican players are also involved in the scramble. Mia Wiegand (13, Germany) and Mathilda Haensch (16, Germany) battle for the ball. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Nele Prowaznik, No. 18, Germany, drives to the basket for a layup and is blocked by a Mexican player. In the background, other players from both teams can be seen, as well as the flags of the participating nations. Nele Prowaznik, No. 18, Germany, attempts a shot against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
A German player dribbles the ball through Mexico s defense at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Several opposing players try to block her path. Germany s No. 6 dribbles through Mexico s defense in Brno. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Frederike Askamp (14), Germany, drives the ball past a Mexican defender using physical play. The scene shows intense physical contact at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Frederike Askamp (14), Germany, in a one-on-one battle against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Mia Wiegand (No. 13), Germany, jumps for a shot and raises the ball high with one hand, while Mexican players try to block her. The scene takes place at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Mia Wiegand (No. 13), Germany, takes a shot against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Silvia Heide, No. 21 for Germany, drives past the basket and holds her ground against a player from Mexico No. 15 at the 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. The one-on-one battle is intensely physical, with the ball in the possession of German player Silvia Heide (No. 21, Germany) in a duel against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Leonie Pfanzelt 3 (Germany) and a player from Mexico are battling for the ball in the air, while Frederike Askamp (14) of Germany is positioned on the right side of the frame. The scene shows an intense battle for the ball during a basketball game at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno, with Frederike Askamp (14) of Germany and Leonie Pfanzelt (3) of Germany battling against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx
Darina Zraychenko (8, Germany) raises her arm and tracks the ball, while Isamar Rumbo (15, Mexico) is positioned next to her. Both players look up intently as they battle for possession. Darina Zraychenko (8, Germany) battles for the ball against Isamar Rumbo (15, Mexico). Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

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Leni Schramm Bunni (10), Germany, jumps to shoot and is blocked by Jordan Martin (3), Mexico. In the background is the banner for the 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Leni Schramm Bunni (10), Germany, takes a shot against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

A German player is lying on the floor of the Starez Arena in Brno after a tackle. In the background, other players from both teams can be seen, including Isamar Rumbo (No. 15, Mexico). Germany player on the floor after a tackle against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

Darina Zraychenko 8 (Germany) leaps upward to shoot a basket while being guarded by a Mexican player; Mariana Diaz 4 (Mexico) watches the scene in the background; Darina Zraychenko 8 (Germany) shooting a basket against Mexico Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

A German player dribbles the ball through Mexico s defense at Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Several opposing players try to block her path. Germany s No. 6 dribbles through Mexico s defense in Brno. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

Frederike Askamp (14), Germany, drives the ball past a Mexican defender using physical play. The scene shows intense physical contact at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Frederike Askamp (14), Germany, in a one-on-one battle against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx

Mia Wiegand (No. 13), Germany, jumps for a shot and raises the ball high with one hand, while Mexican players try to block her. The scene takes place at the Starez Arena Vodova in Brno. Mia Wiegand (No. 13), Germany, takes a shot against Mexico. Copyright: xJoelxKruehlerx