Turan secure historic appearance in #CLVolleyW group stage
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Much to the delight of some 2,100 home fans, Turan TOVUZ claimed also the return match of their Round 3 double header with Bulgaria’s Maritza PLOVDIV to secure their participation in the group stage of the CEV Volleyball Champions League Volley 2027 in their very first appearance in Europe’s elite club competition. They join Pool D featuring last year’s silver medal winners Eczacibasi Peron ISTANBUL of Türkiye, Italy’s standout Savino Del Bene SCANDICCI and Serbia’s champions Tent OBRENOVAC.
The match started with high intensity, with both teams showing strong determination. However, Turan took the initiative from the beginning and managed to establish an early advantage in all three sets. Demonstrating consistency, effective attacking play and tactical discipline, the home team maintained control of the game and secured a straight-set victory (25-22, 25-17, 25-23).
Korean outside hitter Lee Jaeyeong was among the top scorers of the match, playing a crucial role in the team’s victory with eight points. She was also named the MVP of the match.
Lee Jaeyeong“I am very happy and delighted that we managed to win today. I am also pleased that we were able to deliver a good performance and play at the level we had prepared for.”
Outside hitter of Turan TOVUZ
Zhana Todorova“Congratulations to the Azerbaijani team. They have very good and experienced players, and they proved today that they were the stronger side. They fully deserve to qualify for the group stage of the CEV Champions League. Unfortunately, we could not perform at our best today, but we will continue fighting in the CEV Cup, where I believe we can show our true potential.”
Libero of Maritza PLOVDIV