Galatasaray claimed the 2026 Turkish Men's AXA Sigorta Champions Cup after a 3-1 victory over Ziraat Bankkart.
In a thrilling final match that lasted 121 minutes, Galatasaray Madeş Mobilya secured the Turkish Super Cup title by defeating Ziraat Bankkart 3-1, according to information published by volley.
Led by head coach Andrea Gardini, Galatasaray took control early in the match by winning the opening two sets before sealing the victory in a hard-fought fourth set.
This impressive triumph marks Galatasaray's second Turkish Champions Cup title in history, following their previous championship success back in 2019.
Stephen Maar leads Galatasaray to victory
Outside hitter Stephen Maar put on a stellar performance for Galatasaray, scoring a match-leading 21 points and earning the prestigious MVP award for his efforts.
Maar contributed 17 attacks and four crucial blocks, anchoring his team throughout the 121-minute encounter against a formidable opponent.
Teammate Efe Mandıracı added 16 points to the scoreboard, while French international Jean Patry contributed another 12 points to secure the win.
Nimir Abdel-Aziz shines for Ziraat Bankkart
Despite the final defeat, opposite hitter Nimir Abdel-Aziz delivered a remarkable performance as the match top scorer with 30 points for Ziraat Bankkart.
His impressive tally included 24 successful attacks, four aces, and two blocks, keeping his team competitive throughout the four sets.
Additional support came from Efe Bayram with 11 points and Trevor Clévenot, who finished the match with 10 points.
Key statistics from the championship match
Both teams displayed exceptional offensive skills, recording an identical 49% attack success rate during the intense championship clash.
However, the decisive difference came at the net, where Galatasaray dominated with 11 total blocks compared to just five for Ziraat Bankkart.
Galatasaray showed greater effectiveness in decisive rallies, allowing Andrea Gardini's squad to close out the fourth set 25-21 and claim the trophy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 Turkish Men's Champions Cup?
Galatasaray Madeş Mobilya won the 2026 Turkish Men's AXA Sigorta Champions Cup by defeating Ziraat Bankkart 3-1 in the final.
Who was named the MVP of the match?
Stephen Maar of Galatasaray was named the MVP after scoring 21 points, including 17 attacks and four blocks.
How many Champions Cup titles has Galatasaray won?
This victory secured Galatasaray's second Turkish Champions Cup title in history, following their previous win in 2019.
Who was the top scorer of the match?
Nimir Abdel-Aziz of Ziraat Bankkart was the match top scorer with 30 points, including 24 attacks, four aces, and two blocks.
