Defending champions Sir Susa Scai Perugia survived a dramatic five-set battle against Acqua Sant Anna Cuneo in the SuperLega opener.
The 2026/27 SuperLega Credem Banca season opened as Italy's top volleyball teams returned to action on the court, delivering a weekend of intense matches, according to information published by volley.
Defending champions Sir Susa Scai Perugia survived a dramatic five-set battle against Acqua Sant Anna Cuneo, winning 3-2 after an extraordinary 25-23 decider that electrified fans worldwide.
The opening round also featured strong performances from Itas Trentino and Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza, while newly promoted Tinet Prata di Pordenone celebrated a historic winning debut.
Perugia Survives Cuneo in Record Decider
The 48-point fifth set equalled the league record, showcasing the incredible competitive spirit of both teams during the opening round of the Italian volleyball championship.
Perugia also dominated the second set with a 25-7 scoreline, matching a historic SuperLega low-scoring record. Nathan Feral led Cuneo with 22 points, while Ferre Reggers scored 18 for Perugia.
Trentino and Piacenza Shine on the Road
Itas Trentino made a powerful start with a 3-0 away victory over Valsa Group Modena, where Theo Faure starred with 23 points and an impressive 80 percent attacking efficiency.
Alessandro Michieletto supported Faure with 12 points. Meanwhile, Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza claimed a comfortable 3-0 away win against Pallavolo Padova, led by Bovolenta with 15 points and Zlatanov with 14.
Prata Makes Historic Winning Debut
Newly promoted Tinet Prata di Pordenone enjoyed a memorable SuperLega debut by defeating Vero Volley Monza 3-1, proving they belong in Italy's top volleyball league.
D'Heer delivered 18 points for the victors, including five blocks and four aces, while Klets added 17 points to seal the historic triumph for the home crowd.
Cisterna and Civitanova Secure Victories
Cisterna Volley swept Allianz Milano 3-0 after taking a closely contested opening set 29-27, with Magalini leading the hosts with 14 points on the board.
In another notable match, Cucine Lube Civitanova defeated Rana Verona 3-0 on Saturday, with Aleksandar Nikolov leading the winners with 19 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the SuperLega season opener between Perugia and Cuneo?
Defending champions Sir Susa Scai Perugia defeated Acqua Sant Anna Cuneo 3-2 in a dramatic five-set battle during the SuperLega Credem Banca opening round.
How many points were scored in the fifth set of the Cuneo versus Perugia match?
The extraordinary fifth set reached 48 points total, with Perugia winning 25-23 to equal the historic SuperLega league record.
Which teams won their away matches in the opening round of the SuperLega?
Itas Trentino defeated Valsa Group Modena 3-0 and Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza beat Pallavolo Padova 3-0 in their respective away fixtures.
Did any newly promoted team win their debut match in Italy's top volleyball league?
Yes, Tinet Prata di Pordenone enjoyed a memorable SuperLega debut by defeating Vero Volley Monza 3-1, led by D'Heer and Klets.
