Czech Republic W vs Sweden W

Sweden came flying out of the blocks, putting immediate pressure on the Czech reception with a relentless serving game. The Scandinavian side's attack, spearheaded by the formidable Isabelle Haak, proved too much for the Czech defence to handle.

Czechia fought valiantly in front of their home supporters but struggled to contain Sweden's powerful hitting and disciplined blocking. The co-hosts, who had advanced through the group stage with some impressive performances, found themselves outplayed by a Swedish team hitting top form at the right time.

Isabelle Haak once again led from the front for Sweden, delivering a powerhouse attacking display that kept the Czech blockers guessing throughout. Her ability to find the gaps and score from difficult positions was a key factor in Sweden's victory.

Alexandra Lazic provided excellent support on the left wing, while setter Vilma Andersson orchestrated the offence with precision, keeping the Czech defence off balance with clever distribution.

For Czechia, Andrea Kossányiová fought hard on the left side, while Michaela Mlejnková tried to spark the home side with her attacking efforts. However, the Czech reception came under heavy pressure and struggled to generate consistent attacking opportunities.

Sweden advance to the quarter-finals of the European Championship, maintaining their undefeated record in the knockout phase. They will face a strong opponent in the last eight as they continue their quest for European glory.

For Czechia, the tournament comes to an end at the Round of 16 stage. As co-hosts of the championship, they can take pride in having progressed through the group phase and competing on home soil, but will be left to rue what might have been.

• Competition: CEV Trendyol EuroVolley 2026 | Women's Eight Finals
• Venue: Brno Exhibition Centre, Brno, Czechia
• Date: 31 August 2026
• Result: Czech Republic W 0–3 Sweden W