Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team Advances to the European Championship Quarterfinals
The Sultans of the Net secured their place in the quarterfinals by defeating Azerbaijan 3-0 in the European Championship Round of 16.
The Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team defeated Azerbaijan 3-0 without dropping a set in the Round of 16 of the 2026 CEV Trendyol European Volleyball Championship, advancing to the quarterfinals and becoming Germany's opponent.
Match Details and Set Results
Playing at the Sinan Erdem Dome, Turkey dominated the first set 25-14. Continuing their fast-paced game in the second set with Vargas's effective serves and blocks, the red-and-whites finished this set ahead at 25-16.
The Road to the Quarterfinals
As the third set saw tightly contested moments with the score tied at 21-21, the national team played the critical moments well to win the set 25-22 and the match 3-0, securing their ticket to the quarterfinals.
Next Match and Farewell
The National Team will face Germany in the quarterfinals on Thursday, September 3. Following the match, flowers were presented to Azerbaijani volleyball player Polina Rahimova, who concluded her national team career.
Congratulation from Minister Bak
Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak congratulated the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team in a post on his social media account after the match.