Turkish Women’s National Volleyball Team achieved another historic success in the 2026 FIVB Nations League. On July 26, in the final held in Macau, the crescent-star team defeated Brazil 3-1 (23-25, 25-23, 26-24, 25-21) and lifted the trophy.
The top scorer of the match was Melissa Vargas, who produced 33 points (15 blocks and aces). Vargas’ superior attacking performance played a decisive role in the team’s victory.
This victory means Türkiye has reached the summit of the Nations League for the second time, after its first championship in 2023.
Congratulatory Message from President Erdoğan
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a post on the domestic social media platform NSosyal congratulating the national team after the match.
In his post, Erdoğan stated, “I wholeheartedly congratulate our Women’s National Volleyball Team, which defeated Brazil in the final to win the championship title and inspired pride across Türkiye.”
In the tournament’s third-place match, Italy defeated China 3-1 (25-16, 23-25, 25-22, 25-13) to claim the bronze medal.