Calling all volleyball fans! The Philippine leg of the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Men’s tournament is back for a thrilling third year! Get ready to witness eight of the world’s best men’s volleyball teams battle it out for glory at the Mall of Asia Arena from June 18 to 23.
Leading the pack is crowd favorite Japan, currently ranked 4th in the world. They’ll be joined by newcomer USA (ranked 5th), making its much-anticipated debut in Manila.
This year’s tournament wouldn’t be possible without the continued support of PLDT Home, partnering with the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) for the third consecutive year. This partnership ensures that Filipino fans and athletes alike can experience top-notch volleyball action.
“PLDT’s support has been instrumental not just for our athletes, but also for the incredible growth of volleyball in our schools and local leagues,” shared PNVF president Ramon “Tats” Suzara. “We take immense pride in hosting international tournaments and seeing our Filipino teams perform well,” he added.
Joining Japan in their return to Manila are four familiar faces: the 2021 VNL champions Brazil, the reigning 2022 champions France, powerhouse Germany (ranked 11th), and Canada (ranked 12th). Rounding out the impressive line-up are Netherlands (ranked 13th) and Iran (ranked 17th). Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now and be part of the electrifying atmosphere!
This exciting tournament serves as a fantastic warm-up for the Philippines’ upcoming hosting of the prestigious 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship, following the archipelago’s successful hosting of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
Get ready to cheer on Japanese superstars like Yuki Ishikawa and Ran Takahashi, who already have a dedicated fanbase in the Philippines! The highly anticipated showdown between USA and Japan will conclude Week 3 on Sunday, June 23, at 7 PM.
There’s more! Fans who can’t make it to the arena can still catch all the action live on Cignal TV. Plus, enjoy the convenience of the new PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan 1799, offering unlimited fiber internet up to 200 Mbps, free mobile calls to Smart and TNT, and a P100 discount on the monthly service fee for 12 months for new subscribers! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness world-class volleyball right here in Manila!
