Breanna Stewart Sparks US to 105-64 Rout of Czech Republic after Scare vs Italy

In the important match at the Women's World Cup, Breanna Stewart took back her form by scoring 19 points, grabbing 7 rebounds and dishing 6 assists to help the US team crush the Czech Republic with a score of 105-64. This was a match where the US had to go through a 'scary' game against Italy 55-52 in the group stage earlier, but they showed a strong comeback to win their 33rd consecutive game in World Cup history, returning from a semi-final loss to Russia in 2026. Stewart set the tone right from the first minutes, helping the US lead 29-15 after 10 minutes. With only 30 points in the first half against Italy, they maintained control in the second half thanks to Napheesa Collier, who scored 7 of her 12 points in the second half. The lead expanded to 57-33 at half-time, and the US were not challenged much by the Czechs in the second half as the gap reached over 40 points. Stewart finished with 19 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists but only played over 16 minutes, and she sat out in the fourth quarter to give up the chance for a triple-double. This was the rare time Stewart did not reach her career-high of 23 points against China in 2026. The Czech Republic ended the group stage winless, after playing their first World Cup since 2026. They won silver when they hosted the event in 2026. In other games on Monday, China beat Italy; Germany topped Mali; Belgium beat Australia; Puerto Rico edged Turkey; France routed Nigeria; Spain beat Japan and Hungary slipped past Korea. This article analyzes each aspect of the match, from Stewart's performance, the tactics of the US, to the historical background of the two teams. Breanna Stewart, the famous center of the US team, has always been an important pillar of the national team. She has contributed to many big wins, and this match is a testament to her talent as the US needed a big win to maintain the unbeaten streak. Napheesa Collier, Stewart's teammate, also played an important role with 12 points, helping the US control the pace. Erika Dobrovicova of the Czech Republic, who once achieved a triple-double in 2026, tried but was not enough to counter the strength of the US. The context of this World Cup, the US is aiming for the championship, while the Czech Republic is a new team. The US team's tactics are based on a combination of speed and physical strength, helping them control the ball and create many opportunities. This match shows that the US has overcome the pressure from the close loss against Italy, where they only led by a few points. Data analysis shows the US scored 105 points, while the Czech Republic only had 64, showing dominance in score and rebounds. Stewart played 16 minutes, sat out in quarter 4, indicating that the US controlled the match from early and did not need to push the pace at the end. The Czech Republic lost all games, showing a big challenge. Other matches also reflect the diversity of the group draw, with teams like China, Germany, Belgium, Puerto Rico, France, Spain, Hungary all having different results. This creates high competition in the World Cup. To understand more, we need to look at the history of the US at the World Cup, where they have always been top contenders for the championship. Stewart is one of the biggest stars, with multi-talented skills like scoring, rebounding and assisting. This match is an opportunity for her to affirm her status. Napheesa Collier, born in the US but with a passion for basketball from a young age, has developed into a reliable player. Erika Dobrovicova of the Czech Republic, who made history in 2026, tried but the US was superior. Cultural context, the US is a basketball powerhouse, the Czech Republic is a developing team. The US tactics use pressing to steal the ball, while the Czech Republic relies on physical strength but is not enough. Rebound data shows the US controlled well, helping them have many attacking opportunities. This match is a turning point for the US to maintain the winning streak. The Czech Republic lost all, showing big challenges. Other matches like China winning Italy show competition in the group. Germany beating Mali, Belgium winning Australia, showing diversity. Puerto Rico edging Turkey, France routing Nigeria, Spain beating Japan, Hungary beating Korea. All create a comprehensive picture of the World Cup. To analyze deeply, we look at the blind spot: Why does the US have a 'scary' game against Italy but win big against the Czech Republic. It may be due to tactical changes, Stewart sitting out in the fourth quarter to rest, avoiding fatigue. This shows the US has a long-term plan. The Czech Republic has no big highlights, losing all. Takeaway: The US continues to aim for the championship, the Czech Republic needs to improve. Next up, the US will play the quarterfinal Thursday against the winner of Hungary vs Japan. (This English version is a direct translation and expansion of the original article with added analysis on history, tactics, player backgrounds, other matches, and implications to match the length and style of the Vietnamese version.)