Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team Advanced to the European Championship Semifinals
After defeating Germany at the Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, the national team secured their spot in the semifinals, accompanied by ambitious statements from the coach and captain.
In the Trendyol 2026 CEV European Championship quarterfinal match, the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team defeated Germany 3-1 to successfully advance to the semifinals. Following the match, Head Coach Daniele Santarelli and Captain Eda Erdem evaluated the encounter and their next opponent, Serbia.
After the Match Against Germany
Playing in the quarterfinal match at the Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team managed to secure their place in the semifinals by defeating their opponent Germany 3-1.
Making statements after the match, Head Coach Daniele Santarelli expressed that quarterfinal matches sometimes create pressure on teams and that the final set made them a bit nervous.
Santarelli's Statement on Serbia
Speaking about their semifinal opponent Serbia, Daniele Santarelli stated that all four teams deserved to be here and that they have great respect for all opponents.
He emphasized that if they continue to play their best volleyball and with the support of the fans, they have a high chance of beating any opponent.
Captain Eda Erdem's Evaluation
Team Captain Eda Erdem stated that both teams put up a very good fight on the court, drawing attention particularly to Germany's resilient game in defense.
She expressed that following the hard-fought sets, they displayed a more ambitious profile of Turkey in the third and fourth sets, and that the players coming off the bench made great contributions.
Serbia Test in the Semifinals
Sharing her views on the upcoming semifinal match against Serbia, the experienced captain stated that both teams know each other very well.
Stating that Serbia is a team that consistently plays at such levels, Eda Erdem added that they expect an enjoyable, high-quality, and challenging match.