VNL 2025 host cities, pools and ticket info!

December 10, 2024.- Mark your calendars! In preparation for the highly anticipated Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025, Volleyball World has announced the host cities, pool matchups, team schedules, and ticketing details for next year’s expanded and refreshed edition of the tournament.

Fans around the globe will have the opportunity to gather in some of the world’s most iconic cities to witness the best teams battle for VNL glory.

Women’s and Men’s Opening Matches

The women’s competition will begin from 4 June to 8 June in Ottawa (Canada), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Beijing (China). Meanwhile, the men’s tournament starts on 11 June in Quebec City (Canada), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Xi’an (China), running through to 15 June.

Second Week of Action

From 18 June to 22 June, the women’s tournament will move to Istanbul (Türkiye), Hong Kong (China), and Belgrade (Serbia). The men’s competition will follow from 25 June 25 to 29 June in Burgas (Bulgaria), Chicago (USA), and Belgrade (Serbia).

To enhance player recovery, the 2025 calendar includes a new rest week from 30 June to 6 July following the second week of the men’s competition.

Final Week of Preliminary Rounds

The women’s teams will wrap up the preliminary stage from 9 July to 13 July in Apeldoorn (Netherlands), Arlington (USA), and Kanto (Japan). The men’s teams will compete in their final preliminary matches from 15 July to 20 July in Gdansk (Poland), Ljubljana (Slovenia), and Kanto (Japan).

Host Cities Shine

Volleyball World is proud to collaborate with these outstanding host cities, celebrated for their rich volleyball history and exceptional event-hosting capabilities. With state-of-the-art arenas, vibrant fan bases, and iconic backdrops, these cities are ready to welcome the global volleyball community to witness these thrilling matches.

Get Your Tickets Today!

Tickets for most pools are now available! Secure your seats to experience the excitement of live volleyball as the world’s top teams compete for a spot on the podium. Early bird discounts may be available—stay tuned for details.

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What’s New for VNL 2025?

The 2025 tournament ushers in a new era for international volleyball with major changes to engage more fans worldwide. 

·         Expansion from 16 to 18 teams per gender.

·         New men’s teams: China and Ukraine.

·         New women’s teams: Czech Republic and Belgium.

·         A revamped preliminary phase with 216 matches played over three weeks.

·         Each team will compete in 12 matches with rotating pools across three host cities weekly.

Increased recovery and preparation time for athletes, ensuring high-energy performances.

Finals Host Cities Announcement Coming Soon!

The Finals will take place from 23 July to 27 July for the women’s competition and 30 July to 3 August for the men’s. Stay tuned for the announcement of the host cities!

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VNL 2025 is set to deliver unforgettable moments as the world’s top volleyball talent comes together for an electrifying competition. Get ready to join the excitement!