The wait for elite international volleyball is almost over as the 2026 Women’s Volleyball Nations League prepares to get underway this week, bringing together many of the sport’s biggest stars for the first major national team competition of the year.
With the official 30-player rosters confirmed, reigning champions Italy enter the tournament aiming for a third straight VNL title, while USA, Brazil, Türkiye, Japan and Poland are among the leading contenders seeking to challenge for the crown.
The competition will also mark the return of several high-profile players to the international stage, adding even more quality to a field already packed with world-class talent.
From established champions to emerging stars, VNL 2026 promises another thrilling chapter in international volleyball as teams begin their journey toward this season’s first major trophy.
