In a breathtaking clash at the TVF Capital Volleyball Hall, the Turkish Women’s National Team emerged victorious against volleyball powerhouse Brazil in the 2019 FIVB Volleyball Nations League. The match, held on Thursday, June 20, 2019, marked the third and final encounter for Turkey in the Ankara leg of the tournament.

The Sultans of the Net showcased their prowess by securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Brazil, with set scores of 25-23, 24-26, 25-20, 23-25, and a nail-biting 16-14 conclusion. This triumph not only capped off the regular stage of the Nations League on a high note but also secured Turkey’s spot in the coveted Final 6 for the second consecutive time.

Throughout the 5-legged Nations League, the Turkish team demonstrated their mettle by winning 11 out of 15 matches, amassing a total of 32 points and finishing in a commendable 5th place in the overall rankings. For a detailed look at the standings, click here.

Leading the charge for Turkey in the match against Brazil was Gözde, who emerged as the top scorer with an impressive 17 points. She was closely followed by Meliha with 16 points, Zehra with 13 points, and Aslı contributing 11 points to the team’s success. For a comprehensive statistical breakdown of the match, click here.

Post-match, the President of the Turkish Volleyball Federation (TVF), Mehmet Akif Üstündağ, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the national team for their remarkable victory. He also conveyed best wishes for their upcoming journey in the Final 6.

Match Details:

• Result: Turkey 3-2 Brazil
• Referees: Mohammed Shahmiri (Iran), Mario Bernaola Sanchez (Spain)
• Venue: TVF Capital Volleyball Hall, Turkey

Lineups:

Turkey: Meliha, Zehra, Aslı, Ebrar, Meryem, Ezgi, Aylin (L), Simge (L) (Şeyma, Gözde, Cansu, Buse, Fatma)

Brazil: Gabi, Natalia, Ana Beatriz, Mara, Macris, Bedani, Leia (L) (Tainara, Roberta, A.Francisco, Mayany, Lorenne)

Sets:

• 25-23, 24-26, 25-20, 23-25, 16-14

Match Duration:

• 2 hours 30 minutes (31′, 32′, 32′, 35′, 20′)

As the Turkish Women’s National Team advances to the Nations League 6 Finals in Nanjing, China, from July 3 to July 7, 2019, they are set to face formidable opponents including China, Brazil, Italy, USA, and Poland. The stage is now set for another thrilling chapter in Turkey’s pursuit of volleyball excellence on the international stage.

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