07.09.2026 00:31
The Sultans of the Net defeated Italy 3-2 in Istanbul to become European champions for the second consecutive time. Following the breathtaking final, national team captain Eda Erdem stated that the support from the stands played a major role in the comeback, saying, "Without their pressure, we couldn't have brought it to 3-2." Erdem dedicated the championship trophy to all the girls who strive on the path opened by the Republic and who will be part of future generations.
The Sultans of the Net delivered a breathtaking performance against Italy in the European Championship final played in Istanbul. Taking control of the game in the decisive set of a fiercely contested four-set final, the national team asserted their dominance over their rivals and achieved another historic success. The team, which won the match 3-2 at Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, became European champions for the 2nd consecutive time.
"THE PRESSURE FROM THE SPECTATORS BROUGHT US BACK INTO THE MATCH"
After the match, captain Eda Erdem's words left a mark on the night. National team captain Eda Erdem highlighted the impact of the support rising from the stands throughout the final on the team. Stating that the energy of the spectators brought them back into the game during the moments they fell behind in the challenging match, Erdem said, "I am incredibly proud of this team. The spectators were amazing, the support was amazing. Without their pressure, we couldn't have brought it back to 3-2. I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart. They tried to give us their best, and we tried to put our best on the court. Becoming champions again, after 3 years, is an incredible feeling!" emphasizing the contribution of the fans.
DEDICATED THE CUP TO FUTURE GENERATIONS
Eda Erdem, stating that the championship was not just a trophy for them, expressed her pride in showing what Turkish women and girls can achieve. The captain dedicated the European championship victory to the girls who will come after them. Erdem wanted the success achieved to inspire new generations.
Erdem said, "Today, we didn't just win a championship. On the path opened for us by the Republic, we showed once again what Turkish women can achieve. May this cup be dedicated to those who paved the way before us, those who believed in us, and all the girls who will come after us. Turkish women will continue to fight and win."