Italy women secure commanding victories in volleyball and futsal tournaments

The Italian women’s volleyball team opened Pool 5 of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League in Pasig City, Philippines, defeating the Czech Republic 3‑0 (25‑18, 25‑21, 25‑22). Coach Julio Velasco highlighted the return of opposite Sarah Fahr and the debut of Josephina Obossa, while opposite Antonella Antropova led the scoring.

In the concurrent Futsal Week 2026 held in Porec, Croatia, the Italian women’s futsal squad overwhelmed Serbia with a 19‑1 victory. Goals were shared among players including Coppari, Ferrara, Renatinha and Boutimah, securing a dominant group‑stage performance ahead of their next match against Morocco.