Fenerbahçe Medicana Falls Short in Istanbul
Fenerbahçe Medicana faced a disappointing 3-1 loss (30-28, 23-25, 25-27, 25-21) against Helios Grizzlys Giesen in their CEV Champions League Pool B clash at home. Despite standout performances from Drazen Luburic, who led the team with 21 points, and Earvin Ngapeth, who contributed 17, Fenerbahçe struggled to find their rhythm. Giesen’s Michiel Ahyi stole the spotlight with a game-high 24 points, supported by Mark Rura’s 19. Fenerbahçe is preparing for a critical match against Olympiacos on January 29, aiming to maintain their aspirations of direct advancement to the quarterfinals.
Halkbank Secures Victory in Five-Set Thriller
Halkbank displayed grit and determination, edging past Saint Nazaire VB Atlantique 3-2 (20-25, 25-18, 25-20, 23-25, 15-11) in Group D action. Yoandy Leal (entering the court in the 2nd set) shone brightly as the Player of the Match with 21 points (63% attack), leading Halkbank to an important victory. They will wrap up the group stage on January 29 with a challenging away game against Sir Sicoma Monini Perugia.
PGE Projekt Warszawa Cruises to Quarterfinals
PGE Projekt Warszawa delivered a dominant performance, sweeping Greenyard Maaseik 3-0 (25-19, 25-22, 25-23) in Group A. Jakub Kochanowski earned MVP honors (10 points, 100% attack), while Bartłomiej Bołądź contributed 14 points. With this win, Warszawa secured first place and a direct quarterfinal spot. They will face Berlin Recycling Volleys in their final group match with their top position already locked in.
- ITA W: Serie A1 Tigotà – Playoff Race Heats Up
- GER W: Stuttgart Wins Thriller Against Schwerin; Dresden Cruises Past Potsdam
- CEV CL M: Fenerbahçe Upset by Helios Grizzlys Giesen
- BRA M: Superliga 2024/25 – Vôlei Renata, Suzano, Sesi Bauru, and Praia Clube Victorious
- TUR W: Arina Fedorovtseva Sparks Fenerbahçe’s Victory in Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi Round 16
Pool A
Greenyard Maaseik – PGE Projekt Warszawa 0-3 (19-25, 22-25, 23-25)
Pool B
Fenerbahce Medicana Stambuł – Helios Grizzlys Giesen 1-3 (30-28, 23-25, 25-27, 21-25)
Pool C
Hypo Tirol Innsbruck – Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie 0-3 (30-32, 13-25, 14-25)
Pool D
Saint-Nazaire VB Antlantique – Halkbank Ankara 2-3 (20-25, 25-18, 25-20, 23-25, 11-15)
