Superliga Feminina de Vôlei begins with record foreign players

The 2026/2027 Superliga Feminina de Vôlei has commenced in Brazil, featuring a record number of foreign athletes, with up to 41 international players and coaches participating across the clubs. In the opening match, Gerdau Minas secured a 3-2 victory against Abel Model Brusque at the Arena UniBH.

Key highlights of the new season include the return of Lucarelli to Itambé Minas and the presence of Polish star Magdalena Stysiak at Osasco São Cristóvão Saúde. The tournament features 12 teams and introduces rule changes, such as increasing the limit of substitutions per set from six to eight.

Simultaneously, Brazilian athletes continue to compete in major international leagues. In Japan's SV. League, Roberta is playing for Denso Airybees, while in Turkey, Ana Cristina is competing for Fenerbahce. The volleyball schedule also includes matches in the Italian and Polish leagues.