Canada Women's basketball team advanced to the FIBA Women's AmeriCup knockout stages in the most dramatic fashion possible, edging Argentina Women 76-75 on a last-second play on July 7, 2025. The thrilling finale to the group phase saw Canada snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, keeping their medal hopes alive. Argentina controlled much of the game, holding a slim but persistent lead for three quarters. Canada chipped away in the fourth, setting up a frantic final minute. Trailing by one point with seconds remaining, Canada executed a perfectly designed inbound play, resulting in a driving layup as time expired to win the game. The arena erupted as the Canadian players celebrated a miraculous escape, while Argentina was left stunned by the cruel finish. The result had major implications for the final group standings and playoff seeding, cementing Canada's reputation as a resilient and dangerous opponent.