The finalized beach volleyball pools for the **Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games** promise a thrilling international face-off in Senegal. From October 31 to November 4, 48 teams will compete passionately for beach volleyball victory.
In both the men's and women's categories, 24 teams are divided into six pools of four. **Germany** leads the men's seeds, while **China** heads the women's category. Host nation Senegal, ranking sixth in both, hopes to make the most of the local support. Pool placements were determined by FIVB Beach Volleyball ranking points, ensuring top-tier competition.
Men's and Women's Pool Overview
In the men's draw, top-seeded Germany finds itself in Pool A along with **Sierra Leone**, **Namibia**, and **Morocco**. For the women, top-seeded China joins Pool A to face **Paraguay**, **Canada**, and **The Gambia**.
Tournament Format and Dates
This four-day tournament kicks off with a round-robin format starting October 31. The top two teams from each pool, plus the best two third-placed teams, advance to the round of 16. An additional qualification round will decide the final participants in a knockout bracket leading up to the finals on November 4.
**Beach volleyball fans** eagerly anticipate this global event, where the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games will spotlight fresh talent and intense contests that are sure to captivate audiences worldwide. For more details, visit the official FIVB website.
