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Highlights

July 27, 2021 2:52 AM ET

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Thank you for following VAVEL's coverage of the USA vs. Nigeria women's basketball match at Tokyo 2020.

July 27, 2021 2:28 AM ET

Great victory

The U.S. started off slow, but in the end, despite Nigeria's onslaught, they held on to their big lead and took their first victory of Tokyo 2020.

July 27, 2021 2:26 AM ET

4Q 00:37

Victory with the double, but Nigeria is far from the United States.

July 27, 2021 2:25 AM ET

4Q 02:49

Chelsea with a double to pull away to 12 points in favor of the United States.

July 27, 2021 2:21 AM ET

4Q 03:19

Elonu's double and Nigeria was already only eight points behind.

July 27, 2021 2:19 AM ET

4Q 04:03

Ibekwe scored two more goals from the free throw line.

July 27, 2021 2:16 AM ET

4Q 05:49

Ibekwe scored two more goals from the free throw line.

July 27, 2021 2:12 AM ET

4Q 07:49

Kalu repeats the dose and scores two more points.

July 27, 2021 2:08 AM ET

4Q 08:18

Kalu with the half turn and the basket. The difference is 18.

July 27, 2021 2:06 AM ET

End of third quarter

United States 70-50 Nigeria.

July 27, 2021 2:04 AM ET

3Q 00:00

Right at the buzzer, LOYD Jewell makes three more points.

July 27, 2021 2:02 AM ET

3Q 02:15

NYINGIFA Atonye with the double inside the pintrua.

July 27, 2021 2:00 AM ET

3Q 03:09

Chidom with the long-range shot to make a three-pointer.

July 27, 2021 1:58 AM ET

3Q 05:53

KALU Ezinne with the double to try to get closer.

July 27, 2021 1:51 AM ET

3Q 07:21

Wilson with a double to increase the lead.

July 27, 2021 1:47 AM ET

3Q 10:00

The second half begins.

July 27, 2021 1:41 AM ET

Medio tiempo

United States 44-32 Nigeria.

July 27, 2021 1:26 AM ET

2Q 00:00

Elonu with the triple with no seconds on the clock.

July 27, 2021 1:25 AM ET

2Q 01:57

Tina Charles with the precise shot to increase the difference.

July 27, 2021 1:22 AM ET

3Q 03:15

Stewart with a three-pointer and the U.S. already leads by more than 10 points.

July 27, 2021 1:19 AM ET

2Q 04:21

Stewart converts a double to give the Americans a five-point lead.

July 27, 2021 1:17 AM ET

2Q 06;29

Stewart only puts in one penalty shot, but the game is already tied.

July 27, 2021 1:14 AM ET

2Q 08:32

Amukamara from long distance gets the triple.

July 27, 2021 1:10 AM ET

2Q 09:16

Wilson closes the gap by making just one free throw.

July 27, 2021 1:09 AM ET

2Q 10:00

The second period begins.

July 27, 2021 1:09 AM ET

End of first quarter

Nigeria 20-17 United States.

July 27, 2021 1:06 AM ET

1Q 00:00

With no time on the clock, Ibekwe makes the three-pointer.

July 27, 2021 1:05 AM ET

1Q 02:12

Again from a free kick, Nigeria ties the match thanks to NYINGIFA Atonye.

July 27, 2021 12:59 AM ET

1Q 03:01

Chidom scores the two penalty kicks to bring Nigeria closer.

July 27, 2021 12:57 AM ET

1Q 03:12

Ibekwe with a long-range shot to score three points.

July 27, 2021 12:54 AM ET

1Q 05:19

Taurasi with two more points and for the first time the United States takes the lead.

July 27, 2021 12:52 AM ET

1Q 06:14

Taurise does the double to answer Nigeria's great start.

July 27, 2021 12:49 AM ET

1Q 07:50

Vitoria receives the foul when she was alone and scores the two points with a free throw.

July 27, 2021 12:45 AM ET

1Q 09:07

Wilson scores the first point of the game from a direct free throw.

July 27, 2021 12:43 AM ET

1Q 10:00

The match between Nigeria and the United States kicks off.

July 27, 2021 12:41 AM ET

Minutes away

In a few minutes, the duel between the United States and Nigeria, who will make their debut in Tokyo 2020, will begin.

July 27, 2021 12:29 AM ET

The United States squad

July 27, 2021 12:24 AM ET

The referees

BEKER Scott of Australia and GYORGYI Viola of Romania are the referees for this game between the United States and Nigeria.

July 27, 2021 12:21 AM ET

The current champions

It should be recalled that Nigeria is the reigning champion of Africa having been crowned in 2019.

July 27, 2021 12:16 AM ET

They are ready

The United States wants to get off on the right foot and not get off on the wrong foot as the boys did by losing in the opener to France.

July 27, 2021 12:11 AM ET

Yesterday's activity

Spain defeated Korea in Group A by a score of 73-69 and Serbia beat Canada 72-68.

July 27, 2021 12:06 AM ET

First game

The activity of Group B started a few moments ago where the hosts, Japan, defeated France 74-70, which fought throughout the game.

July 27, 2021 12:01 AM ET

Start

The U.S. takes on Nigeria in its first match with the goal of retaining its gold medal. We start with the coverage.

July 26, 2021 11:56 PM ET

Tune in here USA vs Nigeria Updates

Do not miss a detail of the match with the with VAVEL. Follow along with us all the details, commentaries, analysis and rosters for this USA vs Nigeria Women's Basketball Olympic Games 2020.

July 26, 2021 11:51 PM ET

What time is USA vs Nigeria match for 2020 Olympic Games?

This is the start time of the game USA vs Nigeria of 27th July in several countries:

Argentina: 1:40 AM.

Bolivia: 12:40 AM in Marca Claro.

Brazil: 1:40 AM in Marca Claro.

Chile: 12:40 AM in Marca Claro.

Colombia: 11:40 PM in Marca Claro.

Ecuador: 11:40 PM in Marca Claro.

USA (ET): 12:40 AM in NBC.

Spain: 6:40 PM.

Mexico: 11:40 AM in Marca Claro.

Paraguay: 1:40 AM in Marca Claro.

Peru: 11:40 PM in Marca Claro.

Uruguay: 1:40 PM in Marca Claro.

July 26, 2021 11:46 PM ET

Key Player Nigeria

He was born in the United States, but Ezinne Kalu decided to represent Nigeria; highlighting that he knows U.S. basketball to the fullest, so his experience could be a key factor in providing competition.

July 26, 2021 11:41 PM ET

Key Player USA

Sue Bird is one of the most outstanding players of the North American team, where she is one of the stars of the Seattle Storm. In personal life she is also well known for being the partner of Megan Rapinoe, soccer player of the United States.

July 26, 2021 11:36 PM ET

Nigeria squad

Promise AMUKAMARA, Upe ATOSU, Elizabeth BALOGUN, Oderah Obiageli CHIDOM, Adaora ELONU, Nicole ENABOSI, Ify IBEKWE, Sarah IMOVBIOH, Ezinne KALU, Pallas KUNAIIYI-AKPANAH, Victoria MACAULAY, Aisha MOHAMMED, Atonye NYINGIFA, Sarah OGOKE, Erinma Erica OGWUMIKE, Amy Nnenna OKONKWO, Otis HUGHLEY JR., Roosevelt COCHRAN JR., Jessie KENLAW.

July 26, 2021 11:31 PM ET

USA Squad

Ariel ATKINS, Sue BIRD, Tina CHARLES, Napheesa COLLIER, Skylar DIGGINS, Sylvia FOWLES, Chelsea GRAY, Brittney GRINER, Jewell LOYD, Breanna STEWART, Diana TAURASI, A'Ja WILSON, Dan HUGHES, Cheryl REEVE, Dawn Michelle STALEY, Jennifer Marie SULLIVAN.

July 26, 2021 11:26 PM ET

Group B

The USA and Nigeria will have no easy opponents, as after this match they will face hosts Japan and surprise package France.

July 26, 2021 11:21 PM ET

Surprise

Nigeria wants to cause a surprise not only in this match but also in the championship, as no African team in history has been able to reach the podium and they are coming to Tokyo with the intention of changing history.

July 26, 2021 11:16 PM ET

Aiming for the gold medal

With six consecutive gold medals in the Olympic Games, the United States is the main candidate to win not only the group, but also the gold medal; if it does not win the gold medal, it could be considered a failure.

July 26, 2021 11:11 PM ET

The venue

The Saitama Super Arena was built in 2000 and has not only been used to host sporting events, but has also hosted concerts and, in fact, houses a John Lennon museum. This venue will host all men's and women's basketball games.

July 26, 2021 11:06 PM ET

Kick-off time

The USA vs Nigeria match will be played at the Saitama Super Arena, in Tokyo, Japan. The kick-off is scheduled at 12:40 am ET.

July 26, 2021 11:01 PM ET

Welcome to minute by minute coverage of the 2020 Olympic Games: USA vs Nigeria!

My name is Adrian Hernandez and I will be your host for this game. We will provide you with all the information on VAVEL.

July 26, 2021 10:56 PM ET
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