Omaha hosting FIVB World Cup matches in 2027

[Greg S]

Omaha will host matches in one of the biggest events in international volleyball next year.

The Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) announced Thursday that CHI Health Center Arena will host pool play and the Round of 16 in the 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup, marking the first time the tournament has been held in North America — with the United States and Canada as host nations.

https://www.wowt.com/2026/09/17/omaha-h ... play-2027/

[WorldStreet]

This is big new for international volleyball fans. The event formerly called "The World Championships" recently changed its name to the Volleyball World Cup. There used to be another event every four years called the FIVB World Cup, but it ended when the World Championships changed from being once every four years to every two years. It will also be the final chance to qualify for the Olympics. Among the teams that didn't already qualify, the top three will get their ticket to the Olympics. I previously attended this event in Asia where it has been held many years.