8 Elite Men's Volleyball Clubs to Compete at FIVB Club World Championship 2026 in Poland
core: FIVB Men's Club World Championship 2026 gồm 8 đội vô địch châu lục và đương kim vô địch Perugia (Ý), được tổ chức tại Ba Lan. Đây là lần đầu Indonesia có đại diện, mở ra cơ hội phát triển bóng chuyền Đông Nam Á.
key_facts: 8 đội tranh tài từ bốn châu lục (châu Âu, Nam Mỹ, châu Á, châu Phi); Perugia (Ý) là đương kim vô địch thế giới và CEV Champions League 2026; Sada Cruzeiro (Brazil) giành 5 lần vô địch giải (2016–2022); Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi (Indonesia) là đại diện Đông Nam Á đầu tiên; Ba Lan đăng cai cả hai năm 2026 và 2027
source: FIVB thông báo chính thức | Cross-checked: VuaBong.vn
related_qa: q: Đội nào được đánh giá cao nhất tại giải 2026?, a: Perugia (Ý) được đánh giá cao nhờ đội hình toàn sao, gồm Plotnytskyi và Giannelli.; q: Sada Cruzeiro có cơ hội vô địch không?, a: Có, với 5 lần vô địch, Cruzeiro luôn là ứng cử viên nặng ký.; q: Việt Nam có đội tham dự không?, a: Không, nhưng sự xuất hiện của Indonesia cho thấy tiềm năng phát triển bóng chuyền khu vực.
FIVB has officially announced the eight men's volleyball clubs that will compete in the 2026 FIVB Men's Club World Championship, to be held in Poland. This is one of the highest-profile events in men's club volleyball, gathering continental champions and emerging representatives from four continents.
Reigning champion Perugia (Italy) leads the list
Perugia, from Italy's Serie A, is the defending world champion (2026) and also won the 2026 CEV Champions League. With a squad packed with international stars, including Oleh Plotnytskyi and Simone Giannelli, Perugia is considered the top favorite for this year's title. This is the third consecutive participation for the club, a record of stability and class.
South American representatives: Sada Cruzeiro and Vôlei Renata (Brazil)
Brazil contributes two strong teams. Sada Cruzeiro is a five-time champion of the tournament (2026, 2026, 2026, 2026, 2026) and is always regarded as a major force. They have just won the CSV Club Championship 2026. Alongside them is Vôlei Renata, the CSV runner-up, making its first appearance at the world championship. The presence of two Brazilian teams promises technical skill, power, and superior athleticism.
Asia and Africa debut new representatives
For the first time in history, Indonesia sends a representative: Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi, champion of the 2026 AVC Men's Champions League. This is a landmark moment for Indonesian volleyball and the first time a Southeast Asian club participates. Iran also has a representative, Foolad Sirjan, the AVC runner-up, promising fast, tactical play characteristic of Asian volleyball. From Africa, Al Ahly (Egypt) – champion of the 2026 CAVB Club Championship – will represent the continent.
Surprise team: Ziraat (Türkiye)
Ziraat, winner of the 2026 CEV Challenge Cup and Turkish league champion, will debut at the Club World Championship. Their appearance expands the map of European volleyball, demonstrating the development of the Turkish Super League. Despite being a newcomer, Ziraat has a balanced roster and international experience.
Competitive landscape analysis
The list of eight teams reflects a diversity of playing styles: European power volleyball (Perugia, Ziraat), South American technique (Cruzeiro, Renata), Asian speed (Jakarta, Foolad Sirjan), and African athleticism (Al Ahly). Perugia is rated superior due to its star lineup, but Sada Cruzeiro – with five titles – always knows how to surprise in decisive moments. Asian and African teams, though first-time participants, could trouble bigger opponents if they exploit the others' inexperience.
Schedule and venue
The tournament is expected to take place in late 2026 in Poland, with no detailed information yet on the arena and schedule. FIVB will announce further details in due course. This is also the first time Poland hosts the Club World Championship, a positive signal for the country's volleyball development. Poland is one of the world's volleyball powerhouses, with the men's national team having won the world championship.
Significance for Vietnamese volleyball
Although no Vietnamese representative participates, this event offers valuable lessons. For the first time, Indonesia – a Southeast Asian nation – appears on the world's top club stage, showing regional volleyball progress. Vietnamese men's volleyball clubs like The Cong, Sanest Khanh Hoa, or Bien Phong can learn from Indonesia's development model, where the domestic league receives strong investment.
Overall assessment
The 2026 Club World Championship promises to be a spectacular arena featuring the biggest names. Perugia is naturally the heavy favorite, but volleyball always holds surprises. Can Sada Cruzeiro lift the trophy for the sixth time? Or will a new team like Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi make history? The answers will come in late 2026 in Poland.
Side note: According to organizers, Poland will host the tournament for both 2026 and 2027, giving European fans a chance to witness top-level volleyball. Tickets and match schedules will be announced soon. Stay tuned!