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VakıfBank continues to dominate the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi, maintaining their perfect record after a commanding Week 5 performance. The defending champions showcased their strength by sweeping rivals, solidifying their position at the top of the league.
VakıfBank Extends Unbeaten Streak
The undefeated run of VakıfBank in the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi is showing no signs of stopping. They secured their fifth consecutive victory by defeating Galatasaray Daikin in straight sets, 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-22). This win not only adds to their current season’s success but also extends their impressive regular-season winning streak to a remarkable 15 matches.
Key players were instrumental in VakıfBank’s latest triumph. Tijana Boskovic led the scoring with 18 points, closely followed by Marina Markova who contributed 15 points. Middle blocker Zehra Güneş also had a strong showing, adding 10 points to the team’s total.
Fenerbahçe Mounts Comeback Victory
Week 5 also featured a thrilling encounter where Fenerbahçe Medicana staged a significant comeback to defeat Eczacıbaşı Peron İstanbul. After dropping the first set, Fenerbahçe rallied to win the next three, securing a crucial 3-1 victory (25-27, 27-25, 25-21, 25-22). This win marks Fenerbahçe’s fourth league win of the season.
The offensive power of Fenerbahçe was on full display. Ana Cristina De Souza was the standout performer, racking up an impressive 22 points. Melissa Vargas provided strong support with 21 points, while Arina Fedorovtseva added 17. Veteran Eda Erdem Dündar also played a vital role, finishing with 14 points.
Other Sultanlar Ligi Week 5 Results
Beyond the top-tier clashes, Week 5 of the Sultanlar Ligi delivered more exciting volleyball action:
- Kuzeyboru demonstrated resilience by coming back from two sets down to defeat Nilüfer Belediyespor Eker in a hard-fought five-set match (3-2).
- Zeren Spor also went the distance, narrowly edging out Manisa Büyükşehir Belediyespor in a thrilling five-set contest.
- Victories were also recorded by Göztepe Yuppo, İlbank, and Türk Hava Yolları, showcasing the competitive depth of the league.
These results from Week 5 highlight the competitive nature of the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi, with teams battling hard for every point. VakıfBank’s continued dominance sets a high bar, while other teams are showing their fighting spirit and determination to challenge for top honors.
