Canada's hurdle overcome... The Sultans of the Net reach the Nations League semifinals

The Turkish women's national volleyball team, known as the "Sultans of the Net," has advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL) after defeating Canada in a hard-fought quarterfinal match. The team secured their spot by winning three sets to one.

Canada took the first set 25-22, but Turkey quickly responded, winning the second set 25-21 to level the match. The turning point came in the third set, where the Turkish team demonstrated remarkable resilience. Trailing by five points, they mounted a comeback to win the set 25-21, taking a crucial 2-1 lead.

In the fourth set, the "Sultans of the Net" displayed a more dominant performance, comfortably winning 25-17 to seal the 3-1 victory over Canada. They now await the winner of the match between USA and China, scheduled for later today, to determine their semifinal opponent.

The semifinal match is set to take place on Saturday, July 25. The Turkish team's performance, particularly their comeback in the third set, highlights their fighting spirit and determination as they continue their quest for the VNL title. The bronze medal match and the final will be played on Sunday, July 26.