Italian Volleyball League on TV Today
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Where to Stream Italian Volleyball League Live
The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official Italian Volleyball League action.
About Italian Volleyball League
The SuperLega is the top professional men's volleyball league in Italy. It's one of the strongest leagues in the world, featuring top clubs like Sir Safety Susa Perugia, Itas Trentino, and Cucine Lube Civitanova. The season runs from October through May, with the playoffs wrapping up in the spring. The playoffs are underway, with teams fighting for the championship.
Top teams
Sir Safety Susa Perugia is the dominant force in Italian volleyball. They've won multiple titles and regularly compete in the CEV Champions League. Itas Trentino is another powerhouse — they've won the Champions League several times. Cucine Lube Civitanova, Vero Volley Monza, and Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza are regular playoff contenders. The league is deep. Any of five or six teams can win it in a given year.
Format
The league has 12 teams. Each plays each other twice in the regular season. The top eight teams advance to the playoffs. The quarterfinals and semifinals are best-of-five series. The final is a best-of-five series for the championship. The bottom two teams are relegated to the Serie A2. The format rewards regular-season performance while leaving room for upsets.
Viewership
The SuperLega pulls over 5 million viewers globally each season. The numbers are strongest in Italy, where volleyball has a dedicated following. Perugia, Trento, and Civitanova matches draw the biggest crowds. The playoff finals are the biggest event of the season. International interest comes from volleyball fans in Europe, North America, and South America who follow Italian clubs in the Champions League.
Streaming options in Italy
In Italy, select matches are broadcast on Rai Sport free-to-air. DAZN also carries some matches. VBTV provides full coverage of the league.
Global streaming with VBTV
VBTV (Volleyball TV) is the primary global streaming service for Italian volleyball. It offers live and on-demand access to all SuperLega matches, plus the women's Serie A1. The platform covers the Volleyball Nations League, World Championships, Polish League, and Brazilian League as well. A premium plan is available for around $5 to $8 a month depending on the promotion. All matches have English commentary, with Italian commentary available for Italian league games. The service works on web browsers, mobile apps, and smart TVs.
International viewing options
For fans outside Italy, VBTV is the most comprehensive option. Some European regions have local broadcast partners — for example, Sportklub carries matches in parts of Eastern Europe. The Volleyball World YouTube channel also provides highlights and select content.
Current season
The 2025-26 SuperLega season kicked off in October 2025. The regular season wrapped up in March. The playoffs are happening now in April. Sir Safety Susa Perugia are the defending champions after winning the 2024-25 title. Itas Trentino and Cucine Lube Civitanova are pushing them this year. The championship finals are scheduled for later this month. VBTV streams all playoff matches live.