The FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 turns to Macao, China on July 25, delivering two compelling fixtures as the tournament’s elite sides continue their campaigns. With the afternoon highlight match followed by a blockbuster evening clash, the day promises a deep look at recent rivalries.
China vs Türkiye (15:00, Macao, China):
This afternoon’s highlight match brings together two nations with a recently contested head-to-head history. In their most recent women's meeting on June 21, 2026, Türkiye edged China 3-2, while earlier head-to-head encounters include a pair of 3-0 wins for Türkiye in men's competition. China enters on the back of a dramatic five-set victory over the USA on July 23, a result that followed a string of men's losses, while Türkiye arrives having swept Canada 3-1 in their last women's outing, though their men’s team split results against Iran and Slovenia. The history suggests tight margins, with both sides showing resilience in recent form.
Brazil vs Italy (18:30, Macao, China):
The evening match reunites Brazil and Italy, two teams whose recent history is punctuated by five-set thrillers. Their last women's encounter, on June 7, 2026, saw Brazil prevail 3-2, reversing a 3-2 loss to Italy in the Women's World Championship 2025. Brazil’s latest result was a commanding 3-1 win over Japan on July 22, while Italy swept the Netherlands 3-0 in their most recent women's match. Both sides have shown strong form across recent fixtures, with Brazil’s men’s team also mixing a win over China with a loss to Poland, and Italy’s men recording back-to-back victories over Cuba and Argentina. This matchup carries a history of competitive, tightly fought results.