Fenerbahce to face VakifBank in all-Turkish CEV Champions League quarterfinal

Fenerbahce Medicana secured their spot in the quarterfinals of the 2025 CEV Women’s Champions League after defeating French team Neptunes 3-0 in their final group-stage match.

The Turkish team dominated the game, completing Group D as undefeated leaders. The match, held at Burhan Felek Volleyball Hall in Istanbul, lasted 66 minutes.

Set	Score
Set 1	25-15
Set 2	25-13
Set 3	25-16

Star player Melissa Vargas, along with teammates Eda Erdem Dundar and Arina Fedorovtseva, played pivotal roles in the team’s success.

Fans praised Vargas for her consistent performances throughout the tournament, with many regarding her as one of the top players in European volleyball.

Analysts commented that Fenerbahce Medicana demonstrated why they remain a serious contender for the title this year.

Turkish volleyball rivalry to take center stage with Fenerbahce vs VakifBank quarterfinal

The quarterfinals promise a high-stakes Turkish derby as Fenerbahce Medicana faces VakifBank. Both teams, who finished at the top of their respective groups, are among the strongest contenders for the title.

The first leg of this exciting matchup will be held at VakifBank Sports Hall in early March, followed by the second leg at Fenerbahce’s home court, Burhan Felek Volleyball Hall.

Fans and volleyball enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this clash between two of Türkiye’s volleyball giants, as it guarantees that a Turkish team will reach the semifinals.

Eczacibasi Dynavit prepares for quarterfinal challenge

Eczacibasi Dynavit, another Turkish team, also advanced to the quarterfinals after finishing as leaders of Group B.

• The team will face the winner of the play-off match between Italy’s Vero Volley Milano and Germany’s Schweriner SC

Eczacibasi has drawn attention for its strong and consistent performances during the group stage. Experts have described the team as “dominant,” emphasizing their ambition to bring the championship trophy back to Türkiye.

Should Milano win the play-off, Eczacibasi will play the first leg in Italy between March 4 and 6, with the return match in Istanbul between March 11 and 13.

Türkiye’s strong presence in European volleyball

Three Turkish teams—Fenerbahce Medicana, VakifBank, and Eczacibasi Dynavit—have advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2025 CEV Women’s Champions League.

Their consistent performances throughout the tournament underline Türkiye’s dominance in European volleyball.

• The quarterfinal matches, scheduled between March 4 and March 13, 2025, are expected to deliver intense competition

Fans in Türkiye and across Europe are eager to see how these teams perform as they battle for a chance to claim the championship trophy and bring it back to Türkiye.