A. Carraro Imoco Conegliano: The Reigning Queens of European Volleyball
Editorial
As the 2025 CEV Champions League Women's Final Four approaches in Istanbul, all eyes are on A. Carraro Imoco CONEGLIANO. The Italian powerhouse has been nothing short of dominant this season, extending their Champions League winning streak to 19 matches and their overall unbeaten run to an astounding 48 consecutive victories. Their journey to the semifinals marks the seventh time in the club's history they've reached this stage, underscoring their consistent excellence on the European stage.
Conegliano's path to the Final Four has been characterized by sheer dominance. In the quarterfinals, they faced Developres RZESZÓW and secured a convincing 3-0 victory at home, following a similar straight-sets win in the first leg in Poland. Notably, throughout this Champions League season, Conegliano has dropped only a single set, highlighting their superiority over opponents.
Central to Conegliano's success is the formidable performance of Swedish opposite Isabelle Haak. Leading the team's scoring charts, Haak has been instrumental in their offensive prowess, amassing 244 points over 11 matches in the Champions League this season. This includes 208 winning spikes, 17 kill blocks, and 19 aces.
Under the guidance of coach Daniele Santarelli, Conegliano boasts a roster replete with talent and experience. Players like Joanna Wolosz, who surpassed 300 appearances for Imoco, and veteran libero Monica De Gennaro, with over 455 matches played across 12 seasons, continue to provide invaluable leadership and stability on the court. The team's depth and cohesion have been evident throughout their campaign, making them a formidable opponent for any team.
A. Carraro Imoco Conegliano has been a dominant force in European women's volleyball, consistently reaching the semifinals of the CEV Champions League. Their streak of semifinal appearances began in the 2017–18 season, and they have maintained this level of performance every year since.
In the 2017–18 season, Conegliano secured a bronze medal after a hard-fought semifinal against VakifBank Istanbul. The following year, they reached the SuperFinals but were narrowly defeated by Igor Gorgonzola Novara. The 2019–20 season was disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Conegliano returned stronger in 2020–21, clinching their first Champions League title with a victory over VakifBank. They reached the SuperFinals again in 2021–22 but fell short against the same opponent. After a rare quarterfinal exit in 2022–23, Conegliano bounced back in 2023–24 to reclaim the Champions League crown with a thrilling five-set win over Vero Volley Milano.
As they prepare for the Final Four in Istanbul, Conegliano carries the momentum of their impressive winning streak and the confidence of a team that has consistently delivered on the biggest stages. Their sights are firmly set on clinching a third Champions League title, a testament to their enduring legacy in European volleyball.