Summary of the latest women's volleyball world rankings after the conclusion of VNL 2026, with Turkey winning the championship and one team returning to the top 9.
On 27 July 2026 GMT+7, here is the summary of the latest women's volleyball world rankings after the official conclusion of the 2026 Women's Volleyball Nations League (VNL 2026). Turkey claimed their second title by defeating Brazil 3-1 in the final.
Italy remains world No. 1 despite losing 2-3 to Brazil in the semifinals but recovering by beating China 3-1 to secure third place in the VNL 2026. Brazil holds second place in the world rankings, while Turkey is now third.
The Thailand women's volleyball team sits at 17th in the world after VNL 2026, following wins over Bulgaria, Canada, and Brazil. This marks a one-step rise from their previous 18th place before the tournament.
Russia has returned to ninth place in the world rankings after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) temporarily lifted the ban on the Russian Olympic Committee. Russia had been removed from the system since 2022 and has not competed internationally for over four years.
1. Italy – 461.17 points
2. Brazil – 403.61 points
3. Turkey – 388.35 points
4. United States – 363.57 points
5. Poland – 338.37 points
6. Japan – 331.36 points
7. China – 315.51 points
8. Netherlands – 292.64 points
9. Russia – 277.59 points
10. Serbia – 276.38 points
11. Canada – 273.76 points
12. Germany – 253.62 points
13. Dominican Republic – 230.37 points
14. Czech Republic – 220.41 points
15. France – 207.28 points
16. Belgium – 195.58 points
17. Thailand – 189.26 points
18. Ukraine – 188.10 points
