Sweden and Gothenburg are honored to host the historic event of the Women’s Volleyball European Championship in 2026, alongside Turkey, the Czech Republic, and Montenegro.
A total of 15 matches will be played at Scandinavium over seven intense days, including five featuring Sweden on the court. Sweden will face some of Europe’s top teams: Italy, France, Slovakia, Croatia, and Montenegro.
As hosts, the Swedish women’s national team is automatically qualified and will be making its third consecutive appearance in the European Championship finals. In recent years, the team has established itself among the European elite, delivering strong performances in both the European Championship and international tournaments.
First time in 37 years
The last time Sweden hosted an international volleyball championship at senior level was in 1989 when the Men’s Volleyball European Championship was held in Stockholm and Örebro. Under the leadership of coaching legend Anders Kristiansson, Sweden was in the midst of its golden age and managed to secure a historic silver medal in front of packed crowds at the Globe Arena. Fast forward 37 years to 2026, and a new magnificent volleyball celebration is set to take place on Swedish soil—this time in Gothenburg and Scandinavium.
