Savino Del Bene Scandicci captured their first FIVB Women’s Club World Championship crown in São Paulo, defeating defending champions Imoco Volley Conegliano 3–1. 

The Italian side prevailed with set scores of 30–28, 25–19, 21–25, and 25–23, marking a historic breakthrough for a club founded in 2012 that had previously lifted the CEV Challenge Cup and CEV Cup but never reached the top of the world stage.

The match opened with a tense first set, where Scandicci edged Conegliano 30–28 to seize momentum. They followed with a convincing second set win, before Conegliano responded in the third to keep the contest alive. In the fourth, Scandicci held their nerve to close out the match 25–23, sealing their place in history as only the third Italian club to win the world title.

Ekaterina Antropova was the standout performer, scoring 25 points through 19 kills, three blocks, and three aces. Her dominance earned her the Most Valuable Player award, and she finished the tournament as top scorer with 99 points. 


Avery Skinner added 18 kills, while Linda Nwakalor contributed 14 points, including five blocks. Conegliano’s Isabelle Haak led her team with 20 points, and Gabriela Guimarães followed closely with 19 kills, keeping the defending champions competitive throughout.

The Dream Team selections reflected Scandicci’s dominance, with Antropova named Best Opposite and MVP, Maja Ognjenović chosen as Best Setter, and Skinner recognized as one of the Best Outside Hitters.

Conegliano’s Gabi Guimarães and Marina Lubian were also honored, alongside Adenízia Ferreira of Praia Clube and Camila Brait of Osasco.

Conegliano entered the final chasing a fourth world crown, which would have equaled VakifBank Istanbul’s record. Instead, they leave Brazil disappointed, having already lost the Italian Super Cup earlier this season. For Scandicci, the triumph represents a new era, proving they can stand at the very top of world volleyball.

Photos: Volleyball World