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Verona Costanza news
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The gist
Costanza Verona plays for Italy at the FIBA Women's World Cup in Berlin. The Dallas Wings guard faces Team USA in pool play.
Background
Costanza Verona is an Italian professional basketball player who currently plays for the Dallas Wings in the WNBA. She is also a key member of the Italian national team. The FIBA Women's World Cup is being held in Berlin from September 4-13, 2026, and Verona is representing Italy during the WNBA's two-week hiatus for the tournament.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2, 2026The Dallas Wings begin a two-week hiatus as several players, including Costanza Verona, depart for the FIBA World Cup in Berlin.
- Sep 3, 2026Reports confirm Verona will play for Italy, with Team USA facing Italy in pool play.
- recentlyVerona is focused on the national team, stating Italy must adapt to face the Czech Republic, a different team than usual.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Dallas Wings coach Jose Fernandez said players not in the tournament will follow individual development programs to stay game-ready during the break.
- Player
- Costanza Verona said she is focused solely on the national team and that the Czech Republic presents a different challenge than usual.