Austria, Denmark, France, and Ukraine have officially secured their places at the upcoming CEV Beach Volleyball Nations Cup Finals, which will be held in Espinho, Portugal from July 17 to 20. These teams demonstrated standout performances in recent qualifying matches across Europe, benefiting from support provided through the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment initiative.
Qualifying Successes
In the men’s category:
- Austria emerged from Pool B in Riga after a close victory over Latvia.
- Denmark topped Pool E by defeating both Italy and Germany.
In the women’s category:
- Ukraine dominated Pool C in Riga with an undefeated record, capped with a key win against Latvia.
- France led Pool D in Messina, Italy, aided by Belgium's withdrawal due to injury.
Other notable qualifiers include Lithuania, which advanced in both the men’s and women’s competitions, the men clinching their spot in a dramatic final match against Poland.
FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Program
This program provided essential resources such as coaches, training equipment, and facilities, helping these countries establish competitive squads. According to organizers, this initiative has played an influential role in boosting beach volleyball opportunities across Europe.
Teams Heading to the Finals
Women’s tournament participants:
- Portugal
- Estonia
- France
- Germany
- Lithuania
- The Netherlands
- Spain
- Ukraine
Men’s tournament participants:
- Austria
- Denmark
- France
- Lithuania
- The Netherlands
- Norway
- Spain
The 2024 edition of the tournament not only offers a chance for European teams to compete for continental honors, but also serves as a vital platform for the continued development of beach volleyball on the international stage.
For more details, visit the official article on the FIVB website.
