Praia Clube achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the first time to the semifinals of the Brazil Cup after beating Suzano.
The team showed great determination and skill in an intense match that consolidated its growth in national volleyball.
This victory represents a fundamental step for the club in its goal of establishing itself among the best in the country.
Match details
On January 26, 2026, Praia Clube and Suzano faced each other at the Ginásio do Uberlândia Tênis Clube, broadcast on SporTV 2 and VBTV.
Praia Clube defeated Suzano 3-1 in sets, with sets of 25-20, 25-22, 20-25 and 25-20, achieving a historic result.
The victory means the first qualification to the semifinals for Praia Clube in the Brazil Cup, in a match full of intensity.
Development of the match and final score 3-1
Praia Clube dominated the first two sets, maintaining a constant lead thanks to his solid and effective attacking play.
Suzano reacted strongly in the third set, winning 25-20 and showing competitiveness and resistance on the scoreboard.
The fourth set was very even and tense, but Praia Clube knew how to control her emotions better and closed 25-20 for the final victory.
Featured players and key statistics
Franco, opposite Praia Clube, was the top scorer with 24-25 points, winning the VivaVôlei Trophy as best player.
Guilherme Sabino led Suzano with around 27-28 points, key in his team's third set comeback.
Praia's coach made tactical adjustments, highlighting Celestino's entry in the fourth set, which helped maintain the pace of play.
Team context
Praia Clube arrives at this Brazil Cup with a renewed team that seeks to consolidate itself among the best in the national tournament.
The club has shown steady progress in recent seasons, setting clear goals to reach the semi-final.
For his part, Suzano faces the phase with the need to overcome obstacles to maintain his competitiveness in the league.
Trajectory and objective of Praia Clube in the competition
Praia Clube started the season with the intention of improving his past performance, focusing on going far in the Brazil Cup.
The team has worked tactically to take advantage of its offensive power and strengthen its defense at key moments.
Qualification for the semifinals represents a historic step that confirms the club's growth and ambition in volleyball.
Suzano's situation and performance including absences due to injury
Suzano has had to face the competition with significant losses due to injury that limited his options on the field.
These absences affected the collective performance, although the team maintained the fight throughout the match against Praia.
Despite the difficulties, Suzano showed flashes of quality and resilience, reflecting its competitive commitment.
Quarterfinal and semi-final schedule
After the exciting quarterfinal phase, the qualified teams prepare for the semifinals with increasing expectations.
The Brazil Cup advances with intensity, showing high-level duels that promise to define the finalists of the tournament.
The next matches are decisive to consolidate the talent and effort of the clubs in this competitive stage.
List of remaining matches with dates and times
The semifinal matches are scheduled for January 30 and 31, with times to be confirmed according to logistics.
The exact dates of the meetings will be officially announced, respecting the availability of the teams.
These matches will define the finalists who will fight for the title in a phase highly anticipated by fans and the press.
Venue and confirmed dates for the semifinal phase
The semifinal phase will be played at the Ginásio do Uberlândia Tênis Clube, the venue that has hosted key matches of the tournament.
The confirmed dates for these matches are January 30 and 31, 2026, with both matches scheduled in the afternoon.
The stage promises to be a point of reference for fans who will follow the definition towards the final.
Importance and impact of the tournament
The Brazil Cup has established itself as a key event for men's volleyball, bringing together the best clubs in the country.
This tournament offers a platform to reveal emerging talent and measure the competitive level of teams at the national level.
The great media impact and the support of fans raise the importance of the championship in the Brazilian sports calendar.
Awards for the champion: Super Cup 2026 and South American Club Cup 2027
The winning team of the Brazil Cup ensures its participation in the 2026 Super Cup, an event that pits the best clubs in the country against each other.
In addition, the champion obtains the place to compete in the 2027 South American Club Championship, a prestigious continental tournament.
These awards enhance the motivation of the clubs to achieve the title and represent Brazil internationally.
History and format of the Brazil Men's Volleyball Cup
The Brazil Men's Volleyball Cup was created to promote competitiveness between clubs in the national league.
Its format includes knockout phases, starting with the quarterfinals and advancing to the semifinals and grand final.
This design seeks to maintain intensity and emotion in each match, guaranteeing high-performance and spectacle matches.
