Sultans of the Net Face Italy in the European Volleyball Championship Final
The Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team defeated Italy 3-2 in the final of the 2026 CEV European Championship to take the trophy home.
In the final match of the 2026 CEV Trendyol Women's European Volleyball Championship, the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team and Italy faced each other in Istanbul. Winning the fiercely contested match 3-2, the Sultans of the Net claimed the title of European champion.
Journey to the Final and Match Details
The final match, which started at 19:00 at the Sinan Erdem Sports Hall in Istanbul, was broadcast live and free-to-air on TRT 1 screens for sports fans.
Tough Opponents in the Semifinals
In the semifinal stage, Turkey displayed a superior game against Serbia, leaving the court with a clear 3-0 victory and writing its name in the final. Meanwhile, Italy defeated Poland 3-1 in the semifinals to secure its ticket to the final.
A Fiercely Contested Final
Throughout the final match, both teams put up a great fight on the court, and the contest turned into a storm of excitement right up until the deciding set.
The Result Bringing the Championship
Establishing dominance over their opponent in the deciding set, the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team won the tough match 3-2 and claimed the top spot in the 2026 European Volleyball Championship.