Thursday was a well-deserved rest for most teams at the European Universities European Championship, but due to the tournament schedule, six matches were still played. While some took the opportunity to explore the beauty of Budapest, others had to take to the court.

The stakes were higher than ever — group leadership or even a place in the quarter-finals hinged on the outcome of each match. It’s no surprise then that the third day of the continental tournament brought some truly excellent matches, including two standout clashes in the men’s competition. Those who watched — and there were many — could be satisfied with both the excitement and the quality of play.

As with any major tournament, the second match day of the European Universities Volleyball Championship in Budapest began to reveal the real balance of power—or at least to show which teams still have reserves to draw on. However, beyond competition, the spirit of the game matters too.

The European Universities Volleyball Championship has started in Budapest at the Hungarian University of Sports Science (HUSS), with exciting and spectacular matches, serious comebacks, nice attendance and great atmosphere.

The Opening Ceremony of the European Universities Volleyball Championship 2025 took place on July 27, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary, at the Dr. Jenő Koltai Sports Center.

The Hungarian University of Sport Science was full of life on Sunday 27 July. The European University Volleyball Championship is not just a competition, it is a meeting point. A good atmosphere and great matches are guaranteed. This also became clear at the General Technical Meeting.

The organization of the European Universities Volleyball Championship, starting with the official opening on Sunday, is a significant accomplishment for the Hungarian University of Sports Science (TF).

The city of Budapest, the Hungarian University of Sports Science and its sports club TFSE will host the European Universities Volleyball Championship in 2025. The event will take place from 27 July to 3 August.

Students of the Hungarian University of Sports Science (HUSS) won several medals at the Carpathian Basin University Cup, which is one of the most important university recreational sports events in the region.