Day 4 at The World Games

Friday marked the pivot from group-stage intensity to the all-or-nothing high stakes of elimination. For teams outside of the main bracket, pride was still on the line.

Friday’s Game Recaps:

Please note that the following will include results for all of day 4’s Games!

Unfortunately, there was no streaming of the 5-8th place consolation semi finals. We’ve done our best to research from afar following discord threads and ad-hoc Facebook and Instagram posts as well as reviewing the statistics and game summary’s available here.

5-8 SEMI FINAL: 🇨🇳 CHINA vs 🇨🇴 COLOMBIA

[NO STREAM]

Colombia with their heads held high after a heartbreaking loss to France the day before, asserted early control, starting strong with a 2–0 lead with goals from Andrés Ramírez Peláez and Juan Cortés Amariles. China responded with two goals of their own from Zeng Yu and Li Xin, tying the game at 2–2, Colombia then pulled away to close the half at 7–4.

In the second half, Colombia pushed the score line out to 9-4. China fought back with their first of two three goal runs to get us to 9-7. After Colombia pushed to 11-7, China again put another three goal effort to bring the score back to 11-10.
Key Colombian contributions from Jorge González, Ramírez Ortiz, and Valeria Cárdenas proved pivotal and a late goal from Ramírez Ortiz sealed the 13–10 victory for Colombia, sending them to the 5th-place game.

Standout Performers:

🇨🇴 COLOMBIA

• Valeria Cardenas - 1 Goal, 3 Assists

• Jorge Gonzalez - 2 Goals, 2 Assists

• Andres Pelaez - 2 Goals, 2 Assists

🇨🇳 CHINA

• Simei Wei – 4 Assists

• Jiarong Guo – 1 Goal, 2 Assists
  

5-8 SEMI FINAL: 🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA vs 🇯🇵 JAPAN

[NO STREAM]

For either team, getting bumped down to the 7th place game would be a disappointing result. This game was a back-and-forth tight battle with Japan and Australia trading offensive holds through the first half and beyond all the way to a 9–9 deadlock. The Aussies then broke away with three consecutive goals, fueled by aggressive defense and sharp execution from Phillips, Keyes, and Carr.

Despite a late push from Japan, a final goal from Kya Wiya sealed it at 13-10, capping off her 3-goal, 4-assist dominating performance.

Team Australia demonstrated composure in the final stages of the game and the depth of their team on a mission. Japan showed grit and technical polish, but Australia’s superior late-game push proved decisive. Australia move on to the 5th-place match, while Japan will fight for 7th in their final games.

Standout Performers:

🇦🇺 Australia

• Kya Wiya – 3 Goals, 4 Assists

• Bill Foreman– 2 Goals, 3 Assists

• Cat Phillips– 4 Goals

🇯🇵 Japan

• Arakawa Taiyo – 5 Goals

• Kurono Masashi – 4 Goals, 1 Assist

SEMI FINAL: 🇨🇦 CANADA vs 🇩🇪 GERMANY

https://live.theworldgames.org/m/UaVfLHHD

Both of the semi final games are filled with highlights. We recommend watching them back if you haven’t already!

Germany, for their part, opened the game pushing an aggressive deep game, often prematurely. This high-risk approach yielded early turnovers, allowing Canada to capitalize. Once Germany began reining in their throws and adjusting to shorter offensive structures, their offense settled, but the damage had been done.

Germany struck first, but Canada quickly responded and never relinquished control. Canada led 7–5 at halftime and methodically pulled away in the second half.

Canada’s offense has been near flawless all tournament long, and this match was no exception. They converted 9 of 9 offensive possessions, an exceptional mark under semifinal pressure. Sarah Jacobson played a pivotal role, stepping up as a handler to replace injured Brittney dos Santos. Quinn Snider shined as a dominant unstoppable receiver

Standout Performers:

🇨🇦 CANADA

• Thomas Edmonds – 1 Goals, 4 Assists

• Quinn Snider– 3 Goals, 1 Assist

• Sarah Jacobsohn – 4 Assists

🇩🇪 GERMANY

• Nico Mueller – 3 Goals, 2 Assists

• Levke Walczak – 2 Goals, 2 Assists
  

SEMI FINAL: 🇺🇸 USA vs 🇫🇷 FRANCE

https://live.theworldgames.org/m/nP7K31Jm

Here it was again, a new classic, the USA vs France semifinal. The rivalry that came into focus after France defeated the Americans at the World Beach Ultimate Championships in 2023. Many of the players who participated in this historic victory including 9 goal Elliot Bonnet were lining up to play here today too.

Both teams started with solid offenses that seemed to struggle under immense defensive pressure. As the game went on it seemed like it was easier to score when either team started on defense.

Many decision making errors forced by tight defense crept in. France got the disc to even the game at 10-9 (to make it 10-10), by didn't manage to do so and lost momentum and USA went on a rampage with a great finish to close the game 13-9.

Standout Performers:

🇺🇸 USA

• Kaela Helton – 3 Goals, 2 Assists

• Henry Ing - 4 Goals, 1 Assist

• Raphy Hayes– 1 Goals, 3 Assists

🇫🇷 FRANCE

• Elliot Bonnet – 1 Goal, 4 Assists

• Chloe Ollivier – 3 Goals

• Paul Benvegnen – 3 Goals

WHAT’S ON FOR FINALS DAY?

Finals day baby!

7th place: 🇨🇳 CHN vs 🇯🇵 JPN

[NO STREAM]

China’s journey at The World Games 2025 has been a test of resilience and growth. Facing some of the world’s best teams, the squad, led by rising stars like Zeng Yu and Xu Yingyi, has shown flashes of promise but struggled to close out games.

This 7th place game represents more than just a ranking, it’s an opportunity for China to break through, prove their progress, and ignite the passion of their home crowd.

China’s quest for their first win and Japan’s drive for a proud finish set the stage for a competitive, high-energy matchup. Both teams have everything to play for as they close out The World Games 2025

5th place: 🇦🇺 AUS vs 🇨🇴 COL

[NO STREAM]

After intense off stream battles in the consolation semifinals, Australia and Colombia face off for 5th place, While neither team made the medal rounds, this 5th place game is a chance to reclaim pride, build momentum, and send a message ahead of future international challenges. Both sides will bring intensity and tactical discipline, promising an exciting, fast-paced showdown.

For the first time at World Games, Australia has missed out on the semifinals. Now, the Aussies are determined to rebound strongly and prove their resilience. Led in the scoring department by dynamic playmakers like Kya Wiya and Cat Phillips, Australia aims to showcase their trademark disciplined “small ball” handler movement and relentless sideline energy to close out the tournament on a positive note.

Colombia, a rising force in the ultimate flying disc world, also missed the semifinals, heartbreakingly edged out by France on universe point. Motivated to shake off that narrow defeat, Colombia is hungry to claim 5th place and make a strong statement. Key players including Andres Ramirez and Valeria Cardenas have been instrumental in blending sharp offense with fierce defense throughout the competition.

3rd place 🥉 🇫🇷 FRA vs 🇩🇪 GER

https://live.theworldgames.org/m/csMj4PIb

With both teams eager to finish their tournament on a high note, this will be a tactical showcase between two of Europe’s elite teams. Germany’s structured discipline versus France’s dynamic creativity sets the stage for a thrilling contest of wits, stamina, and skill. Every throw, cut, and defensive effort will matter in this fight for the podium finish at The World Games 2025.

It's a golden opportunity for both teams to make history. Neither Germany nor France has yet secured a medal in Mixed Ultimate at The World Games. A win here would mark a major milestone and validate years of growth on the world stage.

FINAL 🥇 🇺🇸 USA vs 🇨🇦 CAN

https://live.theworldgames.org/m/F2FKXjVf

After a week of electrifying competition, the ultimate showdown for the gold medal is here: two North American powerhouses, USA and Canada, collide in a highly anticipated final that promises high-speed action, razor-sharp tactics, and sheer athletic brilliance.

USA, the reigning champions and perennial favorites, bring a blend of explosive athleticism and methodical precision. Known for their deep roster and aggressive defensive schemes, they’ve dominated the tournament with clinical execution and relentless defensive pressure. Led by seasoned stars and emerging young talents, the Americans have shown adaptability and composure in every clutch moment.

Canada, fierce rivals and perennial contenders, arrive fueled by grit and heart. Their journey to the final was marked by tenacious defense, clinical offense, and a collective team spirit that never wavers. With a balanced attack and relentless pursuit of every disc, Canada’s players are ready to challenge the USA’s supremacy and carve their own legacy.

Stay tuned for more coverage and insights as we continue to bring you the latest from Chengdu, China. The stage is set for the finals! Watch tomorrow at these times👇