The semi-final pairs for the Del Monte Supercup SuperLega have been determined after the season in the Italian championship officially concluded. The champion Sir Susa Vim Perugia, the winner of the Italian Cup Rana Verona, the Scudetto finalist Cucine Lube Civitanova, and Itas Trentino will participate in the battle for the first trophy of the new campaign.
Champion Perugia will face Trentino, who reached the final of the Italian Cup, while the other semi-final pits Rana Verona against Lube Civitanova.
Italian Supercup Semi-finals
| Semi-final | Pair |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sir Susa Vim Perugia – Itas Trentino |
| 2 | Rana Verona – Cucine Lube Civitanova |
Both clashes promise significant intrigue right at the start of the season. Perugia and Trentino will once again renew one of the great rivalries in Italian volleyball, while Verona will have the opportunity to solidify its growth against the traditional powerhouse Lube.
In parallel, the Italian representatives in the European club tournaments for the 2026/27 season were also determined. Perugia, Lube Civitanova, and Rana Verona will play in the Champions League. Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza will participate in the CEV Cup, and Valsa Group Modena secured a spot in the Challenge Cup after a successful playoff for 5th place.
Italian Teams in Europe for the 2026/27 Season
| Tournament | Teams |
|---|---|
| Champions League | Sir Susa Vim Perugia, Cucine Lube Civitanova, Rana Verona |
| CEV Cup | Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza |
| Challenge Cup | Valsa Group Modena |
The allocation of spots once again demonstrated how high the level in the Italian SuperLega is. Even teams with a very strong season like Piacenza and Modena had to go through additional battles to qualify for participation in Europe.
