With just around 40 hours until the Women’s CEV Champions League Volley 2025 Final Four in Istanbul, here’s a quick recap of how each semifinalist arrived at the showdown.
🇮🇹 Imoco Conegliano
Undefeated in Europe, Imoco dominated Pool A and swept DevelopRes Rzeszow in the quarters. They’ve also won every trophy this season — Super Cup, Club World Championship, Italy Cup, and League title. Their semifinal opponent? Domestic rival Vero Volley Milan.
🇮🇹 Vero Volley Milan
After finishing behind VakifBank in Pool C, Milan powered past Schwerin and stunned Eczacibasi in straight sets. Still chasing their first trophy, they’ll aim to dethrone Imoco on Saturday.
🇮🇹 Savino Del Bene Scandicci
A perfect record: 8 wins, 0 sets lost. Scandicci topped Pool E and swept Budowlani Lodz in the quarters. Veteran setter Maja Ognjenovic and libero Brenda Castillo leads the charge against VakifBank in the semis.
🇹🇷 VakifBank Istanbul
Pool C winners, VakifBank survived a golden set thriller vs. Fenerbahce to make the Final Four. Backed by home support, they’re chasing their 7th European title. Additionally encouraged and full of confidence after winning the Turkish championship, VakifBank is ready to face new challenges in Istanbul.
Saturday’s Semifinals:
- Imoco vs. Vero Volley
- Scandicci vs. VakifBank
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