Turkey's 'Sultans of the Net' beat Germany in five sets for third straight VNL win

The "Sultans of the Net," Turkey's National Women's Volleyball Team, secured their third straight victory in the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League's Ankara leg by defeating Germany in a thrilling five-set match. The team showcased a strong performance throughout the contest, ultimately prevailing 3-2.

Turkey started strong, winning the first set 25-18 and followed it up with a close 26-24 victory in the second set. Germany fought back, taking the third set 25-19, but Turkey regained momentum to win the fourth set 25-22, forcing a decisive fifth set.

The final set was a tense affair, with both teams battling fiercely. However, the "Sultans of the Net" maintained their composure and effective play, clinching the set 15-13 to seal the match victory. This win follows their earlier dominant performances in Ankara, where they defeated Belgium and France by identical 3-0 scores.

With this crucial win, the Turkish team remains on a strong trajectory in the tournament. Their next challenge will be against China in their fourth and final match of the Ankara stage, scheduled for Sunday, June 21, at 19:30 local time.