Italy has announced its final squad for the upcoming Women's Volleyball World Championship, which will take place in Thailand from August 22 to September 7, 2025. After two weeks of intensive preparation between Cavalese and Milan, head coach Julio Velasco has selected the 14 "Azzurre" who will defend the country's colors.
The team will reassemble on August 18 at the Pavesi Center in Milan, and the following day will depart for Phuket. Italy's first match is scheduled for August 22 at 3:30 PM Bulgarian time against Slovakia.
Italy squad for the 2025 World Championship
| Position | Name | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Setters | Carlotta Cambi | 3 |
| Alessia Orro | 8 | |
| Middle Blockers | Benedetta Sartori | 10 |
| Anna Danesi (C) | 11 | |
| Sara Fahr | 19 | |
| Yasmine Akrari | 25 | |
| Outside Hitters | Stella Nervini | 16 |
| Myriam Sylla | 17 | |
| Loveth Omoruyi | 21 | |
| Gaia Giovannini | 22 | |
| Opposites | Paola Egonu | 18 |
| Ekaterina Antropova | 24 | |
| Libero | Monica De Gennaro | 6 |
| Eleonora Fersino | 7 |
Italy's squad impresses with a combination of experience and youth. Veterans like Monica De Gennaro, Miriam Sylla, and captain Anna Danesi provide stability, while stars Paola Egonu and Ekaterina Antropova guarantee a strong offense. The inclusion of young names like Gaia Giovannini and Stella Nervini is interesting, as they can bring fresh energy and surprise to the "Azzurre"'s game.
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