Turkey reaches semifinals in Women’s Volleyball Nations League
Turkey advanced to the 2026 FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League semifinals after defeating Canada 3-1 in the quarterfinals today.
Canada won the opening set 25-22 after breaking a 5-5 tie and holding off Turkey’s late challenge. Gizem Örge contributed in defense, while Jack-Kısal and Hande Baladın led Turkey’s attack.
Turkey responded in the second set behind Vargas, taking an early 8-4 lead. The national team capitalized on Canada’s defensive errors and controlled the middle attack to win the set 25-21 and level the match.
Canada opened a five-point lead in the third set, but Turkey recovered through İlkin, Zehra Güneş and Jack-Kısal. Turkey tied the score at 17-17 before moving ahead 19-18.
Strong blocking from Baladın and Güneş helped Turkey close out the set 25-21 and take a 2-1 lead.
Turkey maintained control in the fourth set, winning 25-17 to secure its place in the semifinals.
The tournament is being held in China. Turkey will face the winner of the US-China quarterfinal, scheduled for today at 2.30 pm local time (GMT+3).
The semifinal will be played on Jul 25.
Turkey's women's volleyball won the Nations League in 2023. (VC/VK)