Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team Advances to the European Championship Semifinals

The Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team defeated Germany 3-1 in the quarterfinals of the CEV Trendyol 2026 Women's European Volleyball Championship, advancing to the semifinals and becoming Serbia's opponent.

Semifinal Joy Against Germany

The Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team managed to defeat Germany 3-1 in the quarterfinals of the CEV Trendyol 2026 Women's European Volleyball Championship. With this result, the national team achieved a major success by securing its place in the semifinals of the tournament.

Head Coach Santarelli's Assessments

Head Coach Daniele Santarelli drew attention to the pressure created by quarterfinal matches and expressed his satisfaction with the team's overall performance. The Italian coach emphasized that if they continue to play at their best level, they have the power to defeat anyone.

Statements from Captain Eda Erdem Dündar

National team captain Eda Erdem Dündar stated that both teams fought very well on the court. Drawing attention to Germany's defensive resilience, the experienced player expressed that as a team they always stayed positive on the court and came one step closer to their goals.

Opponent in the Semifinals is Serbia

Matched with Serbia in the semifinals, the national team is preparing for a tough encounter. Captain Eda Erdem Dündar stated that both teams know each other very well and expressed their desire to put on an entertaining and high-quality volleyball display.

The Happiness of Playing in Istanbul

Eda Erdem Dündar, who has worn the national jersey for many years, stated that although she has been in the national team since 2005, she is experiencing the excitement of a tournament in Istanbul for the first time. She expressed that playing as the host with the support of the fans is very enjoyable.