The CEV Volleyball European Golden League 2025 Women launched in electrifying fashion, with Romania, Slovenia, and Ukraine making emphatic statements by remaining unbeaten after the first weekend of action.
Romania crushed the competition in Sweden, sweeping Portugal and dominating hosts Sweden in straight sets. Star attackers Adelina Budai-Ungureanu and Rodica Buterez neutralized MVP Isabelle Haak’s 22-point performance, setting the tone for a squad hungry for the Final Four.
Slovenia proved unshakable in Baku, not dropping a single set against Hungary or Azerbaijan. Led by the relentless Mija Šiftar, they served up tactical precision and power, inching close behind Romania in the rankings.
Ukraine fought hard in Montenegro, conceding sets but never the match. With Anna Artyshuk’s 37 total points, they overcame Spain and Montenegro with impressive resilience.
Elsewhere, Greece, Slovakia, and Croatia each split their matches, hinting at a highly competitive pool ahead. With Week 2 set for Vila do Conde, Blaj, Alicante, and Bratislava, all eyes will be on the clash between unbeaten Ukraine and Slovenia.
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