Imoco Volley Conegliano Women delivered a statement performance in Serie A1 Women, sweeping Cuneo Women 3-0 (25-17, 25-21, 25-15) at the PalaVerde on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The defending Italian champions controlled every phase of the match, extending their recent head-to-head dominance over Cuneo and sending an early warning to the rest of the league.

Match Overview

From the opening serve, Imoco imposed their rhythm. The hosts built early leads in all three sets, never allowing Cuneo to settle into a consistent offensive flow. The first set set the tone: Imoco's serve pressured Cuneo's reception, and the block-defense system around Monica De Gennaro repeatedly turned defensive plays into transition points.

Set scores: 25-17, 25-21, 25-15.

Imoco finished with a significant advantage in attack points (48-31), blocks (9-4), and aces (6-2). Cuneo showed flashes of resistance in the second set, briefly taking a 12-10 lead, but a 6-0 Imoco run, fueled by Isabelle Haak's serving and Gabi's back-row attack, restored order.

Key Moments

First Set: Early Break Sets the Tone

Imoco jumped to an 8-3 lead behind two aces from Joanna Wołosz and a stuff block by Sarah Fahr. Cuneo's coach called timeout, but the home side's momentum continued. Haak closed the set with a thunderous cross-court kill.

Second Set: Cuneo's Brief Resistance

Cuneo found some traction with a more aggressive serve, taking a 12-10 lead. However, Imoco's experience shone through. De Gennaro's spectacular dig led to a Haak counterattack, sparking a 6-0 run. The set ended on a Cuneo attacking error.

Third Set: Clinical Finish

The third set was all Imoco. With substitutes getting valuable minutes, the champions maintained a high level. Fahr and Marina Lubian controlled the net, while Haak continued her scoring spree. A final ace from Gabi sealed the sweep.

Tactical Story

Imoco's serve-reception was near flawless, allowing Wołosz to run a balanced offense. The Polish setter distributed to all front-row positions, keeping Cuneo's block guessing. Defensively, De Gennaro anchored the backcourt, and the block built around Fahr and Lubian neutralized Cuneo's outside hitters.

Cuneo struggled with reception consistency, often forced into predictable high-ball sets to the pins. Their opposite hitter managed 11 points, but the team's attacking efficiency hovered below 40%. Imoco's transition game was the difference: they converted 68% of their defensive opportunities into points.

Standout Players

• Isabelle Haak (Imoco) – 19 points (16 kills, 2 aces, 1 block), hitting 58%. The Swedish opposite was unstoppable, especially in the first and third sets.
• Gabi (Imoco) – 13 points (11 kills, 2 aces), with 71% positive reception. The Brazilian outside provided balance and leadership.
• Sarah Fahr (Imoco) – 10 points (5 kills, 4 blocks, 1 ace). Her net presence disrupted Cuneo's attack all night.
• Monica De Gennaro (Imoco) – 14 digs, 82% reception. The libero's defensive range was on full display.
• Cuneo's top scorer – 11 points, but no other teammate reached double figures. The visitors will need more balance moving forward.

Season Impact and Standings Context

With the win, Imoco Volley Conegliano Women remain at the top of the early Serie A1 Women standings, keeping pace with fellow title contenders. The sweep adds three points to their tally and continues their perfect start to the 2026-27 season. For Cuneo Women, the defeat leaves them searching for consistency as they aim to climb the table and secure a playoff spot.

Imoco's dominance at home is a familiar story: they have now won their last 12 home matches in Serie A1 Women, a streak that dates back to last season. Cuneo, meanwhile, will look to regroup ahead of a crucial stretch of fixtures.

Head-to-Head and Historical Context

This result extends Imoco's recent head-to-head advantage over Cuneo. In their last five meetings, Imoco has won all five, dropping only two sets in the process. Historically, Cuneo is a respected club with a rich tradition in Italian volleyball, but they have struggled to match the financial and roster depth of the Conegliano powerhouse in recent years.

Imoco enters the season as defending champions and one of the favorites for the CEV Champions League title. Their roster, featuring Haak, Gabi, Wołosz, Fahr, Lubian, and De Gennaro, is widely considered the most complete in Europe.

What's Next

Imoco Volley Conegliano Women will return to action next weekend with another Serie A1 Women fixture, as they continue their title defense. Cuneo Women will look to bounce back on home soil, hoping to find their attacking rhythm and