Türkiye’s women’s national volleyball team have been crowned European champions after defeating Italy 3–2 in a dramatic five-set final. The “Sultans of the Net” delivered another unforgettable night for Turkish sport, lifting the European trophy after a thrilling championship battle in Istanbul.
Türkiye are on top of Europe once again.
The Turkish women’s national volleyball team, widely known as the “Sultans of the Net” (Filenin Sultanları), defeated Italy 3–2 in the final of the 2026 CEV Women’s European Volleyball Championship, securing another major title for Turkish volleyball.
Played in Istanbul, the highly anticipated Türkiye vs Italy final developed into a five-set battle between two of Europe’s strongest volleyball nations.
When the final point was won, celebrations erupted inside the arena as Türkiye completed a remarkable championship run.
Türkiye Beat Italy 3–2 in European Championship Final
Italy made the stronger start to the final and claimed the opening set, putting Türkiye under immediate pressure.
But the Turkish team responded.
Backed by a passionate home crowd, the Sultans of the Net fought their way back into the contest and refused to allow Italy to take control of the championship match.
The momentum shifted repeatedly as both teams produced high-level volleyball under enormous pressure.
Neither side was able to settle the contest in four sets, sending the European Championship final into a decisive fifth set.
Türkiye ultimately prevailed in the tie-break to complete a 3–2 victory over Italy and claim the European crown.
Final result: Türkiye 3–2 Italy
European Champions Once Again
The triumph adds another historic chapter to the rise of Turkish women’s volleyball.
Türkiye won their first European Championship title in 2023, defeating Serbia 3–2 in another memorable five-set final.
Three years later, the Sultans of the Net have returned to the top of the European podium.
Winning the championship in Istanbul made the achievement even more special, with thousands of supporters able to witness the national team lift the trophy on home soil.
Türkiye Reached the Final After Beating Serbia
Türkiye entered the championship match following an impressive performance in the semi-finals.
The Sultans of the Net defeated Serbia 3–0, winning in straight sets to secure their place in the European Championship final.
Italy, meanwhile, booked their place in the title match after defeating Poland 3–1.
That set up a blockbuster final between Türkiye and Italy — two nations that have become major forces in international women’s volleyball.
This time, it was Türkiye who emerged victorious after five dramatic sets.
A Night to Remember in Istanbul
The atmosphere inside the arena provided a spectacular backdrop to the championship match.
Thousands of Turkish supporters filled the stands with red-and-white flags, creating an intense home atmosphere throughout the final.
As the match moved into the decisive fifth set, every point brought the championship closer for one team and further away for the other.
Then came the moment Türkiye had been waiting for.
The final point sparked huge celebrations among the players, coaching staff and supporters as the Sultans of the Net officially became European champions once again.
Across Türkiye, millions of fans following the final also celebrated another major achievement for the national team.
The Sultans of the Net Continue Türkiye’s Volleyball Rise
Türkiye’s latest European title further strengthens the country’s position among the leading nations in international women’s volleyball.
Over recent years, the Turkish national team has developed into one of the sport’s most recognisable and competitive sides.
Players including Eda Erdem, Melissa Vargas, Zehra Güneş, Hande Baladın, İlkin Aydın, Cansu Özbay, Elif Şahin and Gizem Örge have become familiar names to volleyball fans both in Türkiye and around the world.
The success also reflects the growing popularity of women’s volleyball in Türkiye, where the national team has attracted an increasingly passionate following.
Türkiye Are the 2026 European Volleyball Champions
Five sets.
A 3–2 victory over Italy.
And another European trophy for Türkiye.
The Sultans of the Net have delivered another historic night for Turkish sport, overcoming one of Europe’s strongest teams to reach the top of the podium.
Türkiye 3–2 Italy.
European champions once again.
The Sultans of the Net are on top of Europe. 🇹🇷🏆
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