Türkiye advances to EuroVolley last 16 despite loss to Poland

Türkiye secured a spot in the last 16 of the 2026 CEV Women’s European Volleyball Championship on Friday. The team suffered a close 3-2 defeat against Poland but still advanced. Poland won the crucial fifth set 15-10 at Istanbul’s Sinan Erdem Sports Hall.

Both teams entered the match undefeated with four wins each, making the encounter a direct battle for the top position in Pool A. Türkiye started strong, winning the first set 25-15. Poland fought back, taking the second set 25-21 to level the match. The Polish team then edged the third set 25-22, putting them one set away from victory.

Türkiye showed resilience by winning the fourth set 25-16, forcing a deciding tie-break. However, Poland maintained composure in the fifth set, securing a 3-2 win and the top spot in Pool A. Türkiye finished second and is set to compete against Azerbaijan in the Round of 16. The exact date and time for this match are yet to be announced.

The tournament's knockout stage begins with the Round of 16, followed by quarterfinals, semifinals, and medal matches. The 2026 Women’s EuroVolley final is scheduled to take place in Istanbul on September 6.