Nations League Volleyball Women, Now Arena (Hoffman Estates, IL) on Friday,
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In an intriguing matchup of the Nations League Volleyball Women, China will host Bulgaria on July 17, 2026. The home side, despite its illustrious history in the sport, is currently struggling, having lost all five of their recent matches. This bleak run raises questions regarding their tactical cohesion and ability to capitalize on home advantage. China will need to focus on regaining their confidence and leveraging their home court to turn the tide in their favor.
In contrast, Bulgaria comes into this encounter with a solid performance record, securing three wins in their last five matches. Their recent form highlights a well-rounded team dynamics, characterized by strong offensive strategies and effective defensive setups. This momentum positions them as the favorites in this clash, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 7.5 for a home win compared to 1.07 for an away victory.
Given Bulgaria’s recent success and China’s struggles on the court, the match promises to be a compelling encounter. However, volleyball is inherently unpredictable, and China may well find a way to galvanize their home crowd for a much-needed turnaround. As the teams prepare, this contest could tilt in favor of either side, depending on their execution on the day.
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| China 13.4% |
Bulgaria 86.6% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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5.50 | 1.09 | ||
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7.95 | 1.10 | ||
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8.36 | 1.04 | ||
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5.60 | 1.11 |
Latest Results
| 16.07.26 China volleyball – France volleyball – 0:3 15.07.26 USA volleyball – China volleyball – 3:0 28.06.26 China volleyball – Germany volleyball – 1:3 26.06.26 China volleyball – Argentina volleyball – 0:3 25.06.26 China volleyball – Belgium volleyball – 1:3 |
15.07.26 Bulgaria volleyball – Poland volleyball – 0:3 28.06.26 Bulgaria volleyball – Ukraine volleyball – 3:1 27.06.26 Bulgaria volleyball – Canada volleyball – 3:2 25.06.26 Slovenia volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 3:2 24.06.26 Bulgaria volleyball – Italy volleyball – 3:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.07.25 China volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 0:3 30.09.23 China volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 0:3 06.06.23 Bulgaria volleyball – China volleyball – 2:3 09.07.22 China volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 3:1 07.06.19 China volleyball – Bulgaria volleyball – 3:0 |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Italy W (1) | USA W (8) | 3 : 0 |
| 2 | Poland W (4) | China W (5) | 3 : 2 |
| 3 | Brazil W (2) | Germany W (7) | 3 : 0 |
| 4 | Japan W (3) | Turkey W (6) | 3 : 2 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Italy W (1) | Poland W (4) | 3 : 0 |
| 2 | Brazil W (2) | Japan W (3) | 3 : 2 |
Final
| 1 | Italy W (1) | Brazil W (2) | 3 : 1 |
3rd place
| 2 | Poland W (4) | Japan W (3) | 3 : 1 |
Nations League Volleyball Women Outrights
1. Italy W: 1.7 (40.78%)
2. USA: 7 (9.88%)
3. USA W: 7.3 (9.47%)
4. Turkey W: 8.23 (8.4%)
5. Brazil W: 9.23 (7.49%)
6. Japan: 11 (6.28%)
7. Japan W: 12.5 (5.53%)
8. China W: 13.38 (5.17%)
9. Canada W: 24 (2.88%)
10. Canada: 26 (2.66%)
11. Netherlands W: 47.75 (1.45%)
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