Türkiye came from behind to beat Brazil 3-1 in the VNL final, winning their second title as Melissa Vargas was named tournament MVP.
Brazil outlasted defending champions Italy 3-2 in a five-set VNL semifinal thriller in Macao, reaching their fifth final in tournament history.
Brazil recovered after losing the opening set to defeat Japan 3-1 and advance to the VNL semifinals, where the South American side will meet defending champion Italy.
Web Vôlei highlighted Brazil’s difficult run since 2023, including early World Championship elimination and their first failure to reach the VNL Finals.
Polish opposite Magdalena Stysiak has joined Osasco for the 2026/27 season, completing her long-held ambition of playing in Brazil.
Brazilian middle blocker Julia Kudiess has undergone left knee surgery and could face up to nine months of rehabilitation.
Serbian middle blocker Minja Osmajić is reportedly set to join Flamengo after returning to competition following a serious knee injury.
