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Volleyball 19/07/2016

Brazilian men retain top spot in FIVB World Ranking

Lausanne, Switzerland, July 19, 2016 – Brazil continue to hold on to the top position in the latest FIVB World Ranking – Men, while five other teams – Poland, Russia, Italy, USA and Argentina – also retained their positions from No.2 to No.6, respectively.

Volleyball 19/07/2016

Serbia celebrates “Million Dollar Boys”

Lausanne, Switzerland, July 19, 2016 - Immediately after a historic victory for their country, fans in Krakow celebrated their volleyball heroes with choruses of "Serbia, Serbia" – and in Serbia, the "Million Dollar Boys" were in every conversation the day after their first ever FIVB Volleyball World League triumph.

Volleyball 18/07/2016

Ivovic & Co. form the Dream Team

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 – Two players from Serbia side that claimed a maiden FIVB Volleyball World League crown were named in the Dream Team at the Final Six tournament in Krakow.

Volleyball 18/07/2016

Serbia find their silver lining

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 - The 27th season of the FIVB World League concluded on Sunday night in Tauron Arena, Krakow as Serbia prevailed over Brazil to claim their first ever title.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Serbia win first ever World League title

Krakow, Poland, July 17, 2016 – World No. 12 Serbia beat the world No. 1 Brazil to win their first ever FIVB Volleyball World League title in Krakow's Tauron Arena on Sunday. Before that, last year’s winners France beat Italy in straight sets to claim their first ever World League bronze medal.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Serbia go down in history lifting the trophy for the first time

Krakow, Poland, July 17, 2016 - Serbia's captain Dragan Stankovic lifted the desired 2016 World League trophy as his team finished the Final Six tournament in glorious style beating Brazil in the final 3-0.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Serbia coach Grbic: I am proud of my team

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 – For the first time in history Serbia won the World League, after a three-set battle against Brazil 3-0 (25-22,25-22, 25-21).

Volleyball 17/07/2016

MVP performance from Ivovic caps Serbia's success

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 – Serbia claimed their first ever World League title after prevailing over Brazil in straight sets 3-0 (25-22,25-22, 25-21) thanks to another impressive performance and 16 points from tournament MVP - Marko Ivovic.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Video: Majstorovic saves his side twice

Krakow, Poland, July 17, 2016 - Serbia claimed their first FIVB World League title prevailing over Brazil in straight sets showing excellent skills in the defence.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Tillie: My team likes to play and win

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 – Three sets determined the outcome of the bronze medal match. France easily beat Italy 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-20) and claimed second World League’s medal in a row.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Rouzier leads France to first ever bronze

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 – The defending champions France claimed first ever bronze medal at the World League after a fast victory in straight sets against Italy 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-20).

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Video: France save the ball with brilliant triple dig

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 - France and Italy met in the match for the 3rd place at the 2016 FIVB World League in Tauron Arena demonstrating their excellent volleball skills.

Volleyball 17/07/2016

Video: Ngapeth saves match-point in a spectacular way

Kraków, Poland, July 17, 2016 - France was on the edge of losing the match against Brazil at 30-29 down in set four but Earvin Ngapeth was not entertaining that idea and sent down this massive spike.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Serbia and Brazil to meet in World League Final

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Serbia and Brazil will meet in the final of the FIVB Volleyball World League for the fourth time after both won their semifinals against Italy and France respectively on Saturday.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Bruno Rezende: It was a great match, amazing for the fans

Kraków, Poland, July 16, 2016 – Brazil’s amazing pursuit in fourth set against France gave them a chance to get back on the World League’s throne after six years of waiting.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Spiking Wallace ends France’s dream of defending the title

Kraków, Poland, July 16, 2016 – Wallace scored match-high 29 points sending Brazil into the World League final after overcoming France 3-1 (25-26, 23-25, 28-26, 33-31) on Friday night.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Video: A 42 shot rally and Italy's defence entertain the crowd

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Serbia booked their place in the World League final for the second time in a row but defeating Italy was not an easy task with both teams entertaining the crowd with high-level volleyball.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Grbic: There were ups and downs but I am satisfied

Kraków, Poland, July 16, 2016 – Serbia advanced to the World League final for the second time in a row after overcoming Italy in five sets.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Kovacevic sends Serbia into the final leaving Italy blank

Kraków, Poland, July 16, 2016 – Uros Kovacevic scored team-high 20 points to send Serbia into the 2016 World League leaving Italy blank 3-2 (23-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-23, 15-11) after the five-setter.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Video: Luburic demonstrates his full force spike

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Serbia confirmed their performance from the Preliminary Round and advanced to the World League final showing some killing attacks in their five-sets successful encounter against Italy.

FIVB 16/07/2016

President Graça meets with the international media in Krakow

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 – FIVB President Dr. Ary S. Graça F° hosted key members of the world’s sports business press during a round table at the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals on Saturday to discuss the exciting innovations and latest cutting edge technology that the FIVB will use, some for the very first time, at the Olympic Games in Rio as well as share recent developments in the sport.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Video: Brazil's saving skills of the highest quality

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - USA was on the right track to advance to the semifinals but after leading Brazil 2-0, the 2014 champions dropped three sets to miss out on a semifinal spot. Nevertheless, both teams entertained the crowd with the volleyball of the highest quality.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Jumping Grebennikov eyes another individual honour

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - French libero Jenia Grebennikov has been one the stars of these FIVB Volleyball World League Finals and his outstanding performances has him on the right track to add another individual honour in Krakow.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

International media hail French "emotional" win

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Media from the countries involved in the 2016 World League Finals continue to offer broad coverage from Krakow to emphasize the outstanding performances, especially France's after their emotional victory against Serbia on Friday.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Ngapeth leads receiving stats

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - France's Earvin Ngapeth tops the Best Receivers ranking keeping in mind last year's World League finals as he walked away with some individual honours.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Rouzier - the French scoring super power

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - From the previous year France's Antonin Rouzier knows how the World League title tastes but in Krakow he wants to add an individual honour to the team's success.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Lisinac rules on the net

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Serbia's Srecko Lisinac is one of the key players in Serbia's successful World League campaign this year with his excellent performance on the net.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Mauricio knows how to frustrate the opposition

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Brazil's Mauricio proves to be a valuable player for Brazil as he is the best server and spiker from the teams remaining in the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals Krakow 2016.

Volleyball 16/07/2016

Gianelli sets Italy for success

Krakow, Poland, July 16, 2016 - Born in 1996, Italy's Simone Gianelli is an up-and-coming star within volleyball which he is confirming at the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals Krakow 2016.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

France and Italy join Brazil and Serbia in World League semifinals

Krakow, Poland, July 15, 2016 - Serbia will play Italy and France take on Brazil in the FIVB Volleyball World League semifinals in Krakow on Saturday after victories for France and Brazil on the last day of pool play on Friday.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Team spirit was the key factor for Brazil's victory

Kraków, Poland, July 15, 2016 – Brazil won their second game in Kraków, defeating USA in a tie-breaker 3-2 (24-26, 21-25, 28-26, 25-21). John Speraw’s team is now out of the tournament without a victory in Final Six.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Brazil confirm their power as Evandro sends USA back home

Kraków, Poland, July 15, 2016 – Brazil prevailed over USA 3-2 (24-26, 21-25, 28-26, 25-21) in the match concluding the Pool K1 competition sending the Americans back home.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Video: Grebennikov jumps, digs and lands safely

Kraków, Poland, July 15, 2016 - France was in must-win situation when the match against Serbia kicked off and Les Bleus proved that they will fight for every ball to make the semis.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Tillie: It was not only about volleyball today

Kraków, Poland, July 15, 2016 – France beat Serbia in a tie-breaker on Friday afternoon in Tauron Arena as both teams booked their place in the semifinals leving hosts Poland blank.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Rouzier nails down France's promotion to semifinals

Kraków, Poland, July 15, 2016 – France needed five sets to secure a 3-2 (25-20, 25-19, 24-26, 19-25, 15-12) victory over already qualified Serbia on Friday sending them to semifinals with Antonin Rouzier's contributing a match-high 22 points.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

Moments silence commemorates victims of attack in Nice

Krakow, Poland, July 15, 2016 - A moments silence preceeded the start of the opening match of day three of the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals on Friday between France and Serbia to commemorate the victims of the terrorist lorry attack in Nice.

Volleyball 15/07/2016

President Graca meets Olympic referees in Krakow

Krakow, Poland, July 15, 2016 – FIVB President Dr. Ary S. Graça F° met with international referees at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games Referee Preparation Seminar during the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals Krakow 2016 on Friday.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Brazil and Serbia through to World League semifinals

Krakow, Poland, July 14, 2016 –Brazil and Serbia booked themselves a FIVB Volleyball World League Finals 2016 semifinal spot after the second day of matches in Krakow’s Tauron Arena on Thursday.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Video: Dokic and Drzyzga show their skills

Kraków, Poland, July 14, 2016 - Serbia won their opening match against hosts Poland 3-1 to secure their spot in the semifinals, nevertheless both teams knew how to entertain the fans with high-level volleyball.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Grbic: If we continue to play like tonight, the results will come

Kraków, Poland, July 14, 2016 – Serbia opened their Final Six performance with a four-set victory against Poland 3-1 (25-23, 25-20, 18-25, 25-18). Guests used their fresh strenghts and powerful serves to defeat the world champions.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Ivovic aces out Poland to send Serbia into semifinals

Kraków, Poland, July 14, 2016 – Marko Ivovic scored a match-high 18 points to help Serbia overcome hosts Poland 3-1 (25-23, 25-20, 18-25, 25-18) in their opening match which sent them into semifinals.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Video: Insane rally keeps USA in match

Kraków, Poland, July 14, 2016 - USA may have lost their opening FIVB Volleyball World League match to Italy on Thursday in four sets but they kept it alive in the third set with this epic rally.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

We are disappointed, says USA coach Speraw

Krakow, Poland, July 14, 2016 – Good serving and effective counter-attacks were the key elements for Italy's succes over USA 3-1 (25-22, 27-25, 26-28, 25-21) keeping them in the fight for the semifinals of the World League Final Six in Krakow.

Volleyball 14/07/2016

Juantorena's efforts keep Italy in tournament

Kraków, Poland, July 14, 2016 – Irritated after their straight sets defeat on the opening day to Brazil, Italy prevailed over USA in a twisting four-setter 3-1 (25-22, 27-25, 26-28, 25-21) with Osmany Juantorena scoring a match-high 23 points.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Poland & Brazil victorious on World League Finals first day

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 – World champions Poland beat defending champs France in a five-set thriller and nine-time champions Brazil beat Italy on the opening day of the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals 2016 in Krakow, Poland on Wednesday.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Our patience paid off, says Poland's coach Antiga

Kraków, Poland, July 13, 2016 – Poland defeated France in a dramatic five-setter, not giving up in fight after losing two first sets 3-2 (21-25, 17-25, 25-17, 28-26, 15-12).

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Video: France play excellent defence before Kubiak hits the floor

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - France won two first sets against Poland but failed to claim the victory as the hosts recovered well and gained momentum which led them to a 3-2 success.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Konarski takes Poland from hell to heaven

Kraków, Poland, July 13, 2016 – Poland defeated France, last year’s winners of the World League, after a dramatic and thrilling tie-breaker 3-2 (21-25, 17-25, 25-17, 28-26, 15-12) with Dawid Konarski scoring a team-high 20 points.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Video: Zaytsev denies Wallace after superb rally

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Italy might have gone down in straight sets to nine-time champions Brazil in the opening match of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 in Kraków, however they have still showed some good actions.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Coaches agree: good serving was the key to Brazil's victory

Kraków, Poland, July 13, 2016 – Brazil defeated Italy in straight sets in the first match in Pool K1 of Final Six in Kraków. Great show of Lucarelli and his teammates resulted in easy 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-19) win on Wednesday’s afternoon.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Lucarelli leads Brazil to win over Italy

Kraków, Poland, July 13, 2016 – Wing spiker Lucarelli paved the way for Brazil's victory over Italy in straight sets scoring a match-high 14 points including two superb aces in the first set.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Mass media build up Poland’s chances

Kraków, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Wednesday's sport pages in the Polish newspapers are filled with articles concerning the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals along with the extensive coverage of the tournament in the online media.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Receiving is a matter of Buszek

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Two years after his international debut Rafal Buszek grew up to one of the best receivers worldwide leading now the 2016 World League ranking.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Grebennikov aims to add another honour

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Jenia Grebennikov is named best libero on regulary basis at the major tournamets and is aiming to add another honour in Krakow.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Toniutti continues to set the standard

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - France captain Benjamin Toniutti will have his eye on two prizes as the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals gets underway on Wednesday.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Lucarelli knows how to ace out the opponents

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Brazil's Lucarelli knows how to bring the opposition in troubles as he is the best server in the 2016 FIVB World League season.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Lisinac - the builder of the wall

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - Serbia's Srecko Lisinac contibuted a lot to the success of the national team denying the opponents with his excellent performance on the net.

Volleyball 13/07/2016

Super scorer, super spiker - Wallace

Krakow, Poland, July 13, 2016 - All eyes will be on Brazilian wing spiker Wallace De Souza when the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals start on Wednesday to see if he will continue his dominance of the scoring charts, having finished as the Preliminary Round best scorer among the players participating in the Final Six with 130 points (109 spikes, 17 blocks, 4 serves).

Volleyball 12/07/2016

Biggest ever World League season all set to conclude in Krakow

Krakow, Poland, June 12, 2016 - The 27th season of the FIVB Volleyball World League concludes in Poland as six teams - USA, Italy, Serbia, Brazil, France and hosts Poland - will meet in Krakow in the Group 1 Finals starting on Wednesday.

Volleyball 12/07/2016

Toniutti: "Winning last year doesn't mean that we will succeed now"

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - On Wednesday night the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals action starts in Pool J which includes hosts Poland, the defending champions France and Serbia.

Volleyball 12/07/2016

Bernardino: "We want to play well looking forward to the Olympics"

Krakow, Poland, July 12, 2016 - The FIVB World League Finals start on Wednesday at 17:30 (local time) with the key encounter between the two most successful countries in the competition - Brazil and Italy in Pool K.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

Hosts Poland aim to repeat 2012 success

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - Poland qualified automatically for the World League Finals as the tournament hosts. With three victories and six defeats in the Preliminary Round, they ranked 10th, prevailing only over Bulgaria and Australia.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

Italy eye Brazilian record

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - Italy finished fifth in the Preliminary Round with six matches won and three lost courtesy of Luca Vettori who scored 123 points and Ivan Zaytsev with only two points less.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

France hope for repeat of 2015 result

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - France have arrived in Poland as defending champions - Antonin Rouzier claimed a team-high 98 points in the Preliminary Round.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

Brazil aiming for 10th win

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - Brazil have participated in all 27 editions of the World League and claimed nine victories. They travel to Krakow as the top-ranked team hoping for a tenth win.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

USA draw inspiration from 2014 result

Kraków, Poland, July 12, 2016 - USA started their 2016 campaign with a record of two wins and one defeat in the first weekend but then stormed into the Finals claiming six victories in as many matches.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

Serbia in search of first World League title

Kraków, Poland, July 11, 2016 - Serbia travel to Poland as the third ranked team after the Preliminary Round with seven victories in nine matches. Uros Kovacevic was the team's top scorer with 111 points won.

Volleyball 11/07/2016

Krakow welcomes the best of the 2016 World League

Krakow, Poland, July 11, 2016 – After 54 matches of Preliminary Round action involving 12 teams across nine countries, all eyes turn to Poland sport’s hotspot Krakow for the FIVB Volleyball World League Group 1 Finals, which take place from Wednesday through to Sunday.

Volleyball 07/07/2016

Sokolov confirms best scorer spot in Group 1

Lausanne, Switzerland, July 7, 2016 - The Preliminary Round ends with Tsvetan Sokolov of Bulgaria as the best scorer in FIVB Volleyball World League Group 1. Sokolov scored 24 points in his team's loss to USA last Friday. He added 23 points to his total in his team's first win of the competition against Australia on Sunday.

Volleyball 04/07/2016

Bulgaria overcomes its mistakes to win "crazy match"

Dallas, USA July 3, 2016 - In a battle of two teams looking for their first 2016 World League win and hoping not to lose their spot in the top group, Bulgaria overcame its mistakes to win, 3-2 (25-20, 21-25, 25-18, 23-25, 15-14) on Sunday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 04/07/2016

Bulgaria gets first win over Australia in five sets

Dallas, USA July 3, 2016 – It is only fitting that the very last pool play match of the 2016 FIVB World League between two teams without a win went five sets as Bulgaria made it past Australia, 25-20, 21-25, 25-18, 23-25, 16-14 on Sunday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Lee: I'm sure we'll see them in Rio

Dallas, USA, July 3, 2016 - The U.S. won a long and intense first set 35-33 and had an easier time winning the next two sets, 25-17, 25-21 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Marouf: The fans inspired us

Tehran, Iran, July 3, 2016: Iran beat Argentina 3-1 (25-23, 22-25, 21-25, 25-22, 16-14) in Tehran on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Coach Rezende: It was a good preparation for Final Six

Nancy, France, July 3, 2016 - Brazil overpowered France 3-1 (25-21, 26-24, 22-25, 25-21) in Nancy on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Mauricio leads Brazil to 3-1 win over France

Nancy, France, July 3, 2016 - Brazil overpowered France 3-1 (25-21, 26-24, 22-25, 25-21) in Nancy on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

US sends Russia home with straight-set loss

Dallas, USA July 3, 2016 – Already qualified for the Final Round, the U.S. nevertheless put on a great show, beating Russia 3-0 (35-33, 25-17, 25-21) on Sunday in the final match of pool play in the FIVB World League at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Iran see off Argentina in tie-breaker

Tehran, Iran, July 3, 2016: Iran beat Argentina 3-1 (25-23, 22-25, 21-25, 25-22, 16-14) in Tehran on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Van Walle: It’s down to experience

Nancy, France, July 3, 2016 - After losing to Brazil yesterday Belgium conceded another tiebreak, falling to Poland 3-2 (25-19, 23-25, 22-25, 25-20, 13-15) in Nancy on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Grbic: Yesterday was just a bad day

Tehran, Iran, July 3, 2016 - Serbia beat Italy 3-2 (25-19, 25-18, 19-25, 22-25, 17-15) on Sunday, winning their first World League 2016 out of three in Tehran.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Poland deny Belgium in thrilling five-setter

Nancy, France, July 3, 2016 - After losing to Brazil yesterday Belgium conceded another tiebreak, falling to Poland 3-2 (25-19, 23-25, 22-25, 25-20, 13-15) in Nancy on Sunday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Serbia edge past Italy 3-2

Tehran, Iran, July 3, 2016 - Serbia beat Italy 3-2 (25-19, 25-18, 19-25, 22-25, 17-15) on Sunday, winning their first World League 2016 out of three in Tehran.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

US, Australia give young players chance to shine

Dallas, USA July 2, 2016 - The United States played like a team determined to get to the World League Final Round in its 3-0 (25-14, 26-24, 25-15) win over Australia on Saturday.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

US leaves Australia down under in victory

Dallas, USA, July 2, 2016 – The U.S. played like a team going to the FIVB World League Final Round as it beat Australia 25-14, 26-24, 25-15 on Saturday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Konstantinov: Our game is tomorrow

Dallas, USA, July 2, 2016 - Russia dominated all aspects of the match against a young Bulgarian team. Both coaches admitted they were more concerned about Sunday's matches than Saturday's.

Volleyball 03/07/2016

Russia rolls over Bulgaria in straight sets

Dallas, USA, July 2, 2016 – Russia had little problem dispatching Bulgaria 3-0 (25-20, 25-14, 25-18) in an FIVB World League pool play match on Saturday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Ngapeth: My legs are back

Nancy, France, 2 July 2016 - France won a close match against Poland 3-1 (22-25 30-28 25-22 25-19) in Nancy on Saturday. Tonight's top scorer was Earvin Ngapeth with an impressive tally of 22 points.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Belgini: We stayed cool

Tehran, Iran, July 2, 2016 – Italy led by Vettori and Juantorena smoothly beat Italy 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-21) in Tehran on Saturday.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Italy crush Iran’s hopes with straight-set victory

Tehran, Iran, July 2, 2016 – Italy led by Vettori and Juantorena smoothly beat Iran 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-21) in Tehran on Saturday.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Brazil take five sets to beat Belgium

Nancy, France, 2 July 2016 – Despite the Red Dragons' impressive performance, Brazil caught the final match point at the end of a five-sets tight battle (20-25 25-23 22-25 25-23 15-11).

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Velasco: I want to thank the Iranian fans

Tehran, Iran, July 2, 2016 - Argentina thrashed Serbia in straight sets handing the European side their second straight defeat in the FIVB World League, as the Tehran fans routed for former Iran and currently Argentina coach Julio Velasco.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Tehran crowd inspire Argentina for 3-0 win over Serbia

Tehran, Iran, July 2, 2016 - Serbia suffered their second straight defeat, in Group 1 of the FIVB World League, going down 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 25-20) to Argentina, who were supported by a partisan Iran crowd.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

US experience beats out Bulgaria's youth

Dallas, USA, July 1, 2016 - USA managed to add another win to their tally in FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 Group 1. In front of the home crowd in Dallas, the Americans mastered a 3-1 (23-25, 25-21, 27-25, 25-21) victory over Bulgaria.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

US block party quiets Sokolov and Bulgaria

Dallas, USA, July 1, 2016 – The United States’ tough blocking and receiving won out against Bulgaria’s hard hitting as the Americans took a 3-1 (23-25, 25-21, 27-25, 25-21) victory in FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 pool play on Friday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena in Dallas.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Santilli: We have to learn

Dallas, USA, July 1, 2016 – Russia defeated Australia 3-0 on Friday. The coach of the loosing side admitted it was tough because some important players were missing.

Volleyball 02/07/2016

Russia overpowers Australia in straight sets

Dallas, USA, July 1, 2016 – Russia used powerful serving and blocking to defeat Australia 3:0 (25-19, 26-24, 25-12) on Friday at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Ngapeth feels fully accomplished tonight

Nancy, France, July 1, 2016 - France mastered a straight-set 3-0 (25-19, 28-26, 25-20) victory over Belgium at the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 Group 1 tournament in Nancy.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

France reaching out to finals with shutout against Belgium

Nancy, France, July 1, 2016 - Earvin Ngapeth is back with a shining performance for France as his team shut out Belgium to take revenge for that 2-3 loss on June 19 in Sydney. The French opened their FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 Group 1 tournament in Nancy with a 3-0 (25-19, 28-26, 25-20) victory over their neighbour.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Saeid Marouf: The substitutions gave us the victory

Tehran, Iran, July 1, 2016 - Iran achieved an incredible comeback from two sets down to deliver to Serbia their first defeat in FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 after beating them by 3-2 (16-25, 22-25, 25-22, 25-23, 16-14) to please the 12,000-strong home crowd.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Mousavi's eight blocks bring Serbia's winning streak to an end

Tehran, Iran, July 1, 2016 – A stunning all-round performance by Seyed Mohammad Mousavi, who scored 17 points for Iran, broke Serbia's winning streak by contributing to a 3-2 (16-25, 22-25, 25-22, 25-23, 16-14) victory over the southern European opponent.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Italy's Birarelli: We need the victory

Tehran, Iran, July 1, 2016 – Luca Vettori starred with 19 points as Italy edged Argentina 3-1 (25-18, 25-20, 22-25, 25-22) in front of a rapturous Tehran home crowd bearing the love of Argentinean coach in heart on the opening night of week 3.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Vettori stars in Italy win over Argentina

Tehran, Iran, July 1, 2016 – Luca Vettori starred with 19 points as Italy edged Argentina 3-1 (25-18, 25-20, 22-25, 25-22) in front of a rapturous Tehran home crowd bearing the love of Argentinean coach in heart on the opening night of week 3.

Volleyball 01/07/2016

Brazil too good for Poland

Nancy, France, 1 July 2016 - Wallace De Souza led Brazil to a comfortable straight sets victory with a 3-0 (30-28, 25-21, 25-16) win over Poland. De Souza scored 14 points as Brazil got their weekend off to the perfect start in Group 1 of the World League.

Volleyball 30/06/2016

Team Coaches Turn Focus on Good Performance

Tehran, Iran, July 1, 2016 – Argentina, Italy and Serbia were welcomed to Iran on Thursday as the final weekend of the FIVB Volleyball World League prepared to begin.

Volleyball 30/06/2016

Nancy to welcome France, Brazil, Poland and Belgium for World League Pool G1

Nancy, France, June 30, 2016 - France will host FIVB Volleyball World League Pool G1 in Nancy from July 1 to 3, with Brazil, Poland and Belgium travelling to the city to compete. France, Brazil and Belgium will hope to join hosts Poland at the Group 1 Finals in Krakow, from July 13 to 17.

Volleyball 28/06/2016

Sokolov charges ahead in World League Group 1

Lausanne, Switzerland, June 28, 2016 - Bulgaria are yet to claim a win in the 2016 edition of the FIVB Volleyball World League. Leading Group 1 scorer Tsvetan Sokolov will hope to end their winless streak in week 3, however, when his team travel to the Pool H1 tournament in Dallas to play hosts USA, Russia and Australia.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Tillie: Playing Poland is always high-level volleyball

Lodz, Poland, June 25, 2016 – France defeated Poland in straight sets (30-28, 25-20, 31-29) in front of their white-and-red crowd at Atlas Arena in Lodz but both coaches were able to see positive things in their game.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

France stun Poland with 21-points show from Rossard

Łódź, Poland, June 26, 2016 – World champions Poland struggled to get going as they went down to defending FIVB Volleyball World League and European champions France in three sets (30-28, 25-20, 31-29) in Lodz on Sunday

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Lee: This is a big victory for us

Rome, Italy June 26, 2016 – USA coach John Speraw was delighted that his side overcame hosts Italy in their third FIVB Volleyball World League match of the weekend.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

USA deny Italy to claim third victory in the weekend

Rome, Italy June 26, 2016 – USA won their third match of the weekend in Rome as they downed hosts Italy 3-0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-23) in the FIVB Volleyball World League with Thomas Jaeschke scoring a joint match-high 14 points together with Italy's Luca Vettori.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

We did a fantastic job, says Argentina's captain De Cecco

Łódź, Poland, June 26, 2016 - Argentina claimed an historic FIVB Volleyball World League win over Russia on the last day of Group 1D in Łódź and did so without losing a set.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Poglajen and Bruno shine on Argentina's flawless win against Russia

Łódź, Poland, June 26, 2016 – Argentina needed surprisingly little time to claim a straight set victory over Russia 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 28-26) on Sunday afternoon in Łódź.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Bayens: This was an important game for us

Rome, Italy June 26, 2016 - Belgium defeated Australia in straight sets to claim their first three-points victory and Simon Van De Voorde was delighted to see his side secure their Group 1 status.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Belgium outclass Australia in three sets for their first victory of the weekend

Rome, Italy June 26, 2016 - Belgium defeated Australia in straight sets (25-21, 25-22, 25-17) to claim their first three-points victory of the weekend in the FIVB Volleyball World League with Francois Lecat scoring 24 match-high points.

Volleyball 26/06/2016

Kovacevic's 19-points haul keeps Serbia on winning streak

Belgrade, Serbia, June 25, 2016 - Serbia's Uros Kovacevic scored match-high 19 points as his team overcome Iran 3-1 (25-19, 24-26, 25-18, 25-21) in Pool F1 encounter at the World League 2016.

Volleyball 25/06/2016

Poletaev inspires Russia to another victory over Poland

Łódź, Poland, June 25, 2016 – Russia claimed their first victory this weekend after a non-easy four-set encounter against the reigning world champions Poland 3-1 (25-17, 25-20, 20-25, 25-15).

Volleyball 25/06/2016

Zaytsev scores 19 points as Italy see off Belgium

Rome, Italy June 25, 2016 - Ivan Zaytsev scored 19 points as Italy routed Belgium in straight sets (25-20, 25-17, 31-29) in Pool E1 of FIVB World League encounter on Saturday.

Volleyball 25/06/2016

Best scorer Rouzier fails to stop Argentina edge defending champs

Łódź, Poland, June 25, 2016 – Argentina needed five sets to defeat the last year’s World League winners 3-2 (19-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-27, 15-13) in the first Saturday match in Atlas Arena.

Volleyball 25/06/2016

Best scorer Anderson leads USA to a victory over Australia

Rome, Italy, June 25, 2016 - Matt Anderson led USA to a 3-1 (20-25, 25-17, 25-23, 25-20) victory over Australia scoring team-high 18 points in their Pool E1 FIVB World League encounter.

Volleyball 25/06/2016

Brazil maintain first-set dominance through win against Bulgaria

Belgrade, Serbia, June 25, 2016 - Brazil have denied Bulgaria their first win of the FIVB World League 2016, beating them 3-0 (25-14, 25-21, 25-12) with Wallace De Souza scoring a game-high 15 points.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

Uros Kovacevic leads Serbia to fifth straight World League victory

Belgrade, Serbia, June 24, 2016 - Serbia had a tough battle with Balkan neighbour Bulgaria, but managed a 3-1 (25-18, 21-25, 25-19, 25-23) to stay unbeaten and to keep the opponents winless so far in this edition of the FIVB Volleyball World League. Uros Kovacevic made the greatest point contribution to the victory with 1 ace, 14 spikes and 3 blocks.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

Kurek helps Poland defeat Argentina in Lodz

Lodz, Poland, June 24, 2016 - The world champions Poland started with a victory over Argentina in the first day of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 Group 1 tournament in Poland. The home team defeated the South Americans by 3-1 (26-24, 31-29, 36-38, 25-22), but only after an unusually long four-setter.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

Zaytsev scores 15 points as Italy celebrate 3-0 win over Australia

Roma, Italy, June 24, 2016 - Italy defeated Australia in straight sets (25-15, 29-27, 25-17) in Pool E1 encounter at the World League with Ivan Zaytsev scoring match high 15 points.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

Wallace steers Brazil to the victory over Iran

Belgrade, Serbia, June 24, 2016 - Wallace De Souza scored a match-high 17 points leading Brazil to a 3-1 (25-18, 24-26, 25-16, 25-17) victory over Iran in the Pool F1 encounter on Friday afternoon.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

USA take five sets to claim a victory over Belgium

Rome, Italy June 24, 2016 - USA claimed victory over Belgium in their opening match on the second FIVB Volleyball World League weekend at Rome’s PalaLottomatica, winning 3-2 (17-25, 25-20, 25-21, 21-25, 15-10) as Matt Anderson once again led from the front.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

I am surprised that we won in three sets, says France coach Tillie

Łódź, Poland, June 24, 2016 - France downed Russia 3-0 in the opening march of the World League Group 1D weekend in Łódź. Coach Laurent Tillie did not expect to start the tournament with such a good score.

Volleyball 24/06/2016

Rouzier shines as France down Russia in straight sets

Łódź, Poland, June 24, 2016 – Team France needed only three sets to defeat the mighty Russians 3-0 (25-22, 36-34, 25-20) in the first match of World League’s weekend in Poland.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Incredible serving performance sees Serbia remain unbeaten

Belgrade, Serbia, 23 June 2016 - Serbia's Srecko Lisinac leads the way with 18 points as the European heavyweights come from behind to beat Brazil 3-1 (19-25, 25-15, 25-21, 25-22) in Pool F Group 1 of the World League, including an astonishing 20 points from the service line.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Lisinac: "We survived the first set then started to play our game"

Belgrade, Serbia, June 23 2016 - Serbia Head Coach Nikola Grbic praised his side's comeback win over Brazil in Belgrade after a 3-1 (19-25, 25-15, 25-21, 25-22) win, with Srecko Lisinac continuing his fine form with 18 points.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Both Iran and Bulgaria not satisfied with their performance

Belgrade, Serbia, June 24, 2016 - Iran prevailed over Bulgaria 3-1 (18-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-20) in the opening match of the second week in FIVB Volleyball World League with a Group 1 match in Belgrade.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Manavinezhad inspires Iran to a 3-1 victory over Bulgaria

Belgrade, Serbia, June 24, 2016 - Iran's Mohammadjavad Manavinezhad scored match-high 21 points to help his team to prevail over Bulgaria 3-1 (18-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-20) in the opening match of the second week in FIVB Volleyball World League with a Group 1 match in Belgrade.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Rome ready for World League Pool E1

Rome, Italy, June 23, 2016 - The coaches and captains of Australia, Belgium, Italy, and USA spoke about the matches they are due to play in FIVB Volleyball World League Pool E1 at a press conference in Rome. The matches will be played at PalaLottomatica from Friday to Sunday, June 24 to 26.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Lodz prepares for spectacular weekend

Łódź, Poland, June 23, 2016 - The FIVB Volleyball World League Pool D1 teams gathered in the city of Łódź are also qualified for the Olympic Games in Rio. Clashes between the Olympic (Russia), world (Poland), European and World League (France) champions, as well as the South American Championship silver medallists (Argentina) are sure to draw attention starting tomorrow.

Volleyball 23/06/2016

Sokolov on target for Bulgaria

Lausanne, Switzerland, June 23, 2016 - Bulgaria lost their three matches in Kaliningrad in the first week of this year's FIVB Volleyball World League. After losing in four sets to world champions Poland on Friday, they were defeated by coach Nikola Grbic's Serbia on Saturday and by hosts Russia on Sunday. Tsvetan Sokolov's 56 points, however, took the Bulgarian opposite straight to the top of the group's best scorer statistics.

Volleyball 22/06/2016

Unbeaten Serbia and Brazil ready for Belgrade battle

Belgrade, Serbia, June 23, 2016 – Brazil and Serbia are the only two teams to remain unbeaten following the opening weekend of FIVB Volleyball World League Group 1 action. But both teams are already looking to their clash in Belgrade on Thursday, while Bulgaria and Iran are both aiming for improvements in the second week of the world’s premier annual men’s volleyball tournament.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Russia's Alekno: We are far from the perfect game

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 19, 2016 – Russian team won a difficult 3-1 match (25-20, 18-25, 17-25, 22-25) against Bulgaria on the last day of World League in Kaliningrad on Sunday.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Bakun's seven aces serves up Russian win over Bulgaria

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 19, 2016 – Russian team won a difficult 3-1 match (25-20, 18-25, 17-25, 22-25) against Bulgaria on the last day of World League in Kaliningrad on Sunday.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

That was not an easy game as one could think, says Serbia coach Grbic

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 19, 2016 - Aleksandar Atanasijevic scored 16 points helping Serbia to overcome Poland 3-0 (20-25, 20-25, 23-25) in their Pool C1 World League clash in Kaliningrad.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Serbia rout Poland in straight-sets match

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 19, 2016 - Aleksandar Atanasijevic scored 16 points as Serbia beat Poland 3-0 (20-25, 20-25, 23-25) in their Pool C1 World League clash.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Blengini: We played well when times got tough

Sydney, Australia, June 19, 2016 - Italian coach Gianlorenzo Blengini was happy his team stayed true when times got difficult, while Australian coach Roberto Santilli was happy his team had shown improvement.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Italy stare down plucky Australians

Sydney, Australia, June 19, 2016 - Italy notched up its second win of the weekend, beating a plucky Australian team 3-0 (25-23, 25-23, 25-20) in a mouth-watering display of power serving from both teams.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Deroo - We got a lucky break and we took the opportunity

Sydney, Australia, June 19, 2016 - Belgian coach Dominique Baeyens said he was proud his team had stopped the run of France, while French coach Laurent Tillie lashed out at the “stupid” rule that cost his team eight points at the beginning of fourth set.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Brazil's Éder: We have a special focus on our serve

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 18, 2016 – Brazil and USA met in an Olympic Venue and the result was a thrilling match witnessed by over 9000 people. In the end, the home team won by 3-1 (25-19, 25-15, 22-25 and 25-22).

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Belgium stun France in drama-filled five sets

Sydney, Australia, June 19, 2016 - Belgium has stunned France 3-2 (13-25, 26-24, 21-25, 25-18, 15-12) in an epic match which saw the French team stripped of 10 points, because of a team rotation error that turned the game on its head.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Booming service gives Brazil edge over USA in clash of titans

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 18, 2016 – Brazil got its third victory in the 2016 World League Group 1 after a hard-fought win over USA. The home team, supported by over 9 000 fans at Arena Carioca 1, counted on a strong service to beat the North American rivals by 3-1 (25-19, 25-15, 22-25 and 25-22).

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Iran's Lozano: I would rather not face Argentina, but this is sport

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 18, 2016 – After two matches with no victory, Argentina and Iran were eager earn their first win of the 2016 FIVB World League. In the end it was Iran who prevailed in a five-set match (25-22, 25-20, 21-25, 13-25 and 15-11) on Saturday.

Volleyball 19/06/2016

Iran prevail in a five-setter against Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 18, 2016 – In a match marred by a high number of unforced errors Iran managed to beat Argentina 3-2 (25-22, 25-20, 21-25, 13-25 and 15-11) to earn its first victory of this year's FIVB World League.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Vladimir Alekno: Friday defeat was food for thought

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 18, 2016 - Russia's coach Vladimir Alekno was glad to see that all of his players care about the result of the match. He admits that the team has still plenty to work on ahead of the next matches.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Bakun gives Russia a first victory at 2016 World League

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 18, 2016 - Russians take a 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 25-22) victory over Poland with relief as team bounced back after a loss to Serbia on Friday.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Nikola Grbic glad about Serbia's act in match against Bulgaria

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 18, 2016 - In order to defeat Bulgaria, Serbia's coach Nikola Grbic asked his players to repeat the performance shown on Friday against Russia. The plan paid off with a straight set win and leader position in the pool.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Uros Kovacevic directs Serbia's 3-0 stunner against Bulgaria

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 18, 2016 - Serbia claimed their second 2016 FIVB Word League victory after defeating Bulgaria 3-0 (26-28, 25-27, 18-25) at the Yantarny in Kaliningrad.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Tillie - We were much more aggressive

Sydney, Australia, June 18, 2016 - French coach Laurent Tillie was impressed with the depth of his squad, while Australian coach Roberto Santilli said his team struggled with the aggressive French defence.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

France underlines depth with convincing 3-0 win over Australia

Sydney, Australia, June 18, 2016 - France underlined their enormous depth by playing a new starting line-up and still beating Australia 3-0 (25-14, 25-18, 25-21) in Sydney on Saturday night.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Blengini - Our reception was much better, it was the key to win

Sydney, Australia, June 18, 2016 - Italian coach Gianlorenzo Blengini said his side was coming together well after little match play in recent times, while Belgium’s Dominiques Baeyens described his team’s error count as too high.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Giannelli sets up 3-0 win for Italy over Belgium

Sydney, Australia, June 18, 2016 - Italy put the disappointment of the opening night’s 3-0 loss to France behind them to beat Belgium 3-0 (25-15, 25-23, 25-21), led by a dominant display by setter Simone Giannelli.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

USA's Lee: "Anderson carried us to the victory"

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 17, 2016 – USA came back to defeat Iran 3-1 (23-25, 25-13, 27-25 and 26-24) with a remarkable performance by Matthew Anderson. With that result USA is ranked in second in pool B and will meet Brazil this Saturday. Iran will try its first victory in a battle with Argentina.

Volleyball 18/06/2016

Anderson takes USA to a comeback over Iran

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 17, 2016 – Matthew Anderson stars with 23 points in a breathtaking match as USA comeback to beat Iran 3-1 (23-25, 25-13, 27-25 and 26-24) for the second round of FIVB World League pool B.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Brazil's Lucarelli: "We are raising up the bar"

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 17, 2016 – Brazil kept its unbeaten record against Argentina, winning against its nearest neighbour in three sets (25-21, 25-13 and 26-24) in pool B’s second round. Ricardo Lucarelli, with 19 points, was the main man in the South American derby.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Russia's Sergey Tetyukhin: "We expected a different score tonight"

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 17 2016 - Serbia took a 3-0 victory against their Russian hosts to silence a partisan home crowd with Srecko Lisinac the star of the show for Serbia with 14 points.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Serbia's Srecko Lisinac helps seal 3-0 win over Russia

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 17, 2016 – Srecko Lisinac led Serbia to a 3-0 (25-22, 34-32, 25-17) in Pool C Group 1 of the World League as Russia disappoint in front of 6000 home fans.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Lucarelli's perfect storm enhances Brazil's record over Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 17, 2016 – Ricardo Lucarelli was in blistering form as Brazil despatched Argentina in straight sets (25-21, 25-13, 26-24) to get its second victory in pool B of the World League.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Antiga - It was a challenging match for young players

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 17, 2016 - Coach Stephane Antiga was satisfied with his team's victory over Bulgaria at their opening match of 2016 World League. Antiga arrived to Russia with many young names on his roster and praised his players for their eagerness to play.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Poland upset Bulgaria to claim first 2016 World League win

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 17, 2016 – Poland earned their first victory of the 2016 FIVB World League with a thrilling 3-1 (19-25, 25-19, 25-17, 25-20) win over Bulgaria in Pool C1 on Friday.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Belgium's Sam Deroo - "We served well and didn't make a lot of mistakes."

Sydney, Australia, June 17, 2016 - Belgian coach Dominique Baeyens said his team had remained cool under pressure, while Australian coach Roberto Santilli said his team need to do more to win matches.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Belgium keep perfect record against hosts Australia

Sydney, Australia, June 17, 2016 - Belgium's Sam Deroo leads his side to a comprehensive 3-0 (29-27, 25-18, 25-22) win at Homebush Stadium in Sydney, against hosts Australia.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

France Coach Tillie impressed by his tired team

Sydney, Australia, June 17, 2016 - French coach Laurent Tillie was surprised how well his team played after feeling tired in the lead-up, while Italian coach Blengini Gianlorenzo said his team needs more game time.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

France starts World League where they left off in 2015

Sydney, Australia, June 17, 2016 - France's Kevin Tillie was in imperious form as his side shot down any doubts that they couldn't replicate the form that sent them to a World League title in 2015, following a comprehensive 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 25-18) win over Italy in the opening match of Group A in Sydney.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

Sander: We need to get used to playing together again

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 16, 2016 – Taylor Sander led his team to a 3-1 victory over Argentina in USA's first match in the 2016 FIVB Volleyball World League. The wing spiker scored 23 points.

Volleyball 17/06/2016

USA defeat Argentina in four-set tussle

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 16, 2016 – USA defeated Argentina 3-1 (26-24, 25-23, 22-25, 25-22) in the second match on day one of the 2016 edition of the FIVB Volleyball World League. The efficiency of USA’s block was a key feature in their victory, with Taylor Sander scoring 23 points.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Video: Magnificent Marouf's superb save

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 16, 2016 - World No 9 Iran might have gone down in straight sets to nine-time chapions Brazil in the opening match of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, however they are still a class team with some class players.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Bruno Rezende - Service is key in modern volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 16, 2016 - In the first match of the 2016 World League Group 1, pool hosts Brazil defeated Iran in straight sets, impressing the rivals with the powerful serve. One of the Brazil's best scorers, Ricardo Lucarelli emphasizes that the match was only one of the three challenges for his team this weekend.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Lucas serves Brazil a quick World League opener

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 16, 2016 – Brazil used a service storm over Iran to win 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 28-26) in the opening match of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016. Lucas Saatkamp, with 17 points, and Ricardo Lucarelli, with 16, were the top scorers and main attractions on court.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Tickets on sale for World League Finals

Krakow, Poland, June 16, 2016 – Tickets for the FIVB Volleyball World League Finals 2016 in Krakow, Poland are now on sale, with the Krakow Tauron Arena set to host the climax of this year’s edition.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Alekno: Mikhailov is out, but we are still ready to fight

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 15, 2016 - Russia are ready to kick-start their FIVB Volleyball World League campaign even in the absence of key players said coach Vladimir Alekno, who was speaking at a pre-tournament press conference in Kaliningrad.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Brazil and Iran privileged to open World League 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 15, 2016 - Brazil and Iran have the privilege to play against each other in the opening match of FIVB Volleyball World League 2016. They clash on Thursday at the Group 1 tournament in Rio.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

France and Australia return to scene of epic 2014 clash

Sydney, Australia, June 16, 2016 - French coach Laurent Tillie and his team don’t have particularly fond memories of the last time they came to Sydney to play World League.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

USA hope for another successful World League season

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 15, 2016 - USA and Argentina go face to face on the first day of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 Group 1 tournament in Brazil. USA are striving for their third title, while Argentina have yet to win a medal.

Volleyball 16/06/2016

Volleyroos look to put Olympic disappointment behind them

Sydney, Australia, June 16, 2016 – The Australian men’s volleyball team will be looking to make a statement when they host three of the best teams in the world in the FIVB Volleyball World League at Olympic Park in Sydney this weekend.

Volleyball 15/06/2016

Rio set for early taste of Olympic spirit

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 15, 2016 – Brazilian volleyball fans will be given an early taste of what to expect at the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games when Iran, Argentina and the USA visit for the opening matches of the 2016 FIVB Volleyball World League.

Volleyball 15/06/2016

Kaliningrad to host epic eastern European encounter

Kaliningrad, Russia, June 15, 2016 – Russia is set for the start of FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 as they prepare to welcome Bulgaria, Poland and Serbia to Kaliningrad for Pool C1.

Volleyball 15/06/2016

VIDEO: Iran show off their best prior to World League

Lausanne, Switzerland, June 14, 2016 – Iran kick off the FIVB World League on Friday with a massive clash against Brazil in Rio de Janeiro.

Volleyball 14/06/2016

Edgar aiming to make it super six in World League

Sydney, Australia, June 13, 2016 – Tom Edgar is back in the shirt number he always wanted and now ready to inspire Australia to new heights in Group 1 of the FIVB Volleyball World League.

Volleyball 13/06/2016

Kurek shares the secrets of Poland’s success

Warsaw, Poland, June 13, 2016 – Bartosz Kurek has provided an insight into Poland’s success in recent years ahead of their 2016 FIVB Volleyball World League campaign.

Volleyball 13/06/2016

Toniutti – meet the man leading France’s charge to further glory

Paris, France, June 13, 2016 – Benjamin Toniutti is a busy man this year with the defence of the FIVB Volleyball World League and France’s pursuit of an Olympic medal at the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 08/06/2016

Ngapeth allowed to rest after France reach Rio 2016

Paris, France, June 8, 2016 – France’s star wing spiker Earvin Ngapeth has been rewarded for his efforts in helping his team qualify for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games by being allowed to miss France’s opening weekend of the 2016 FIVB Volleyball World League.

Volleyball 05/06/2016

Brazil end warm-ups with second win over Argentina

Salta, Argentina, June 4, 2016 – The Brazilian men's volleyball team is returning home after two wins against Argentina in their final warm-up matches ahead of the FIVB World League and Olympic Games.

Volleyball 01/06/2016

USA coach Speraw signs up for another four years

Anaheim, USA, June 1, 2016 – U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach John Speraw, who has led his team to victories in the 2014 FIVB World League and 2015 FIVB World Cup, has agreed to a contract extension for the 2017-20 Olympic Games quadrennial.

Volleyball 01/06/2016

American men's team to play Cuba in World League warm-ups

Colorado Springs, USA, May 31, 2016 – The U.S. Men’s National Team will warm up for the FIVB World League with exhibition matches on June 4 and 6 in Havana, Cuba.

Volleyball 01/06/2016

Russia out to write new success story in World League

Lausanne, Switzerland, June 1, 2016 - Things have not gone to plan for Russia’s volleyballers in the last two editions of the FIVB World League. Fifth place in 2014 was followed by a disappointing eighth place last year.

Volleyball 31/05/2016

Argentina to clash with Brazil ahead of World League

Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 31, 2016 – Argentina will have plenty of chances to test themselves ahead of the FIVB Volleyball World League and Rio 2016 Olympic Games when they face Brazil in a series of friendlies.

Volleyball 31/05/2016

Argentina set to welcome Olympic hosts for World League warm-ups

Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 31, 2016 – Argentina will welcome Olympic Games hosts Brazil for two friendly matches ahead of the start of the FIVB Volleyball World League.

Volleyball 27/05/2016

Brazil conclude successful Slovenian series

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, May 27, 2016 - The Brazilian men's team brought an end to a successful series of friendlies against Slovenia on Thursday, including three wins and a draw. The fourth match was played over four sets, with each team claiming two (25-16, 24-26, 25-17 and 20-25).

Volleyball 26/05/2016

France sign up Tillie for four years

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 26, 2016 – Laurent Tillie will be the France men’s coach for the next four years after signing an extension to his contract on Thursday.

Volleyball 25/05/2016

Bulgaria a force to reckon with once again

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 25, 2016 - Victory a few days ago at the highly-regarded Wagner Memorial tournament was a big relief for Bulgaria’s volleyballers. Beating hosts and world champions Poland, as well as last year’s FIVB World League runners-up Serbia and Belgium – this was exactly the kind of showing the volleyball powerhouse is hoping to repeat in the future.

Volleyball 25/05/2016

Conte out of World League

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 25, 2016 – Argentina’s Facundo Conte will miss the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016 due to injury coach Julio Velasco revealed on Tuesday.

Volleyball 24/05/2016

Fit-again Volkov ready for World League and Olympics

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 22, 2016 – Olympic champion Aleksandr Volkov has said in an interview with Sovsport.ru how he came close to retirement due to a knee injury but now he’s ready to go for another Olympic gold in Rio de Janeiro.

Volleyball 24/05/2016

Argentina set to present World League squad

Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 24, 2016 – Argentina coach Juan Velasco will introduce the players he will use for the FIVB Volleyball World League and Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games campaigns on Tuesday.

Volleyball 19/05/2016

France launches title defence with heroes of 2015 – Giant Muserskiy returns to the Russian team

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 19, 2016 – With the FIVB Volleyball World League Group 1 teams now unveiled, work now begins on building towards the premier annual men’s volleyball event.

Volleyball 18/05/2016

Australia beat Italy in warm up

Cavalese, Italy, May 17, 2016 – Australia beat Italy 3-2 (25-21, 25-18, 26-28, 23-25, 15-12) in the first match of the season for the Italians who were missing several regular players.

Volleyball 08/05/2016

Iran in France for pre-Olympic Qualifier warm-ups

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 7, 2016 – Iran headed to France on Saturday for two practice games ahead of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Japan later in May.

Volleyball 06/05/2016

Velasco starts work on Argentina's busy summer

Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 4, 2016 – In his first week back in Argentina, Julio Velasco, the coach of the Argentina men’s team, has been busy as he prepares for the FIVB World League and the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games.

Volleyball 03/05/2016

Marouf to lead Iran in 2016 World League

Lausanne, Switzerland, May 2, 2016 – Team captain Saeid Marouf was one of 21 players selected by Iran head coach Raul Lozano for the 2016 edition of the FIVB Volleyball World League, alongside 2015 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Cup 2nd Best Middle Blocker Seyed Mohammad Mousavi.

Volleyball 18/04/2016

Krakow shows that it's one of volleyball's great venues

Krakow, Poland, April 18, 2016 – Krakow has just celebrated one big party – the CEV Denizbank Volleyball Champions League and now it’s gearing up for another: the Finals of the FIVB Volleyball World League 2016.

Volleyball 17/04/2016

Zenit Kazan clinch record fourth European Champions League title

Krakow, Poland, April 17, 2016 – Russia’s superstar coach Vladimir Alekno kept alive his chance of accomplishing a famous three-peat repeat after leading his club team Zenit Kazan to a famous come-from-behind 3-2 (23-25, 22-25, 25-17, 27-25, 15-13) win over Trentino Diatec of Italy in the final of the CEV Denizbank Volleyball Champions League on Sunday.

Volleyball 17/04/2016

Vladimir Alekno seeks to break new ground for second treble

Lausanne, Switzerland, April 17, 2016 – Vladimir Alekno is highly regarded for bringing a string of successes for the Russian men’s national team and club team Zenit Kazan in a single season.

Volleyball 15/04/2016

Argentine men start training at Cenard

Buenos Aires, Argentina, April 14, 2016 – The Argentine men’s team started with their preparations for the demanding international season, which marks their return to Group 1 in the FIVB Volleyball World League and the much-anticipated Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 09/03/2016

Atanasijevic tops the scoring charts in Italy's Superleague

Lausanne, Switzerland, March 9, 2016 - Serbia’s Aleksandar Atanasijevic was the joint top scorer in the Italian men’s UnipolSai Superleague following the completion of the regular season. His team Sir Safety Conad Perugia now join seven others in the play offs from March 10 to April 3.