
VfB Friedrichshafen advanced to the DVV Cup final after a dramatic 3–2 semifinal win over defending champions Berlin Recycling Volleys (21–25, 25–20, 25–23, 20–25, 15–13). In a match full of momentum swings, Friedrichshafen kept their nerve in the deciding set, led by MVP Parker Van Buren with 18 points. Veteran Vojin Cacic also played a key role off the bench, while Berlin leaned heavily on top scorer Jake Hanes.
The final will be played on 28 February 2026 in Mannheim, where Friedrichshafen will meet SVG Lüneburg.
Lüneburg secured their place with a convincing 3–0 victory over SWD powervolleys Düren (25–23, 25–17, 26–24). The Bundesliga leaders showed composure in the crucial moments, with 18-year-old Axel Enlund starring and earning MVP honors after scoring 19 points.