Volda W – NTNUI W – relegation drama

Volda W – safe at home

Volda started 2026 with a 1–3 loss away to Førde two weeks ago. It is worth noting that Edna Vladislavova was not available for Volda in that match. Nevertheless, it was a good performance by the team to take a set against a strong Førde team.

Volda is currently in the relegation battle, but fortunately for Volda, this year's Mizuno League for women is very even. This means that the team still has a good chance of both securing a place and fighting their way into the playoffs. To succeed in that, Volda must pick up points at home, and especially in the matches against the teams around them in the table.

NTNUI W – last chance to stay in the Mizuno League?

NTNUI started 2026 with a clear 0–3 loss at home against Koll. It was a lead-heavy result for NTNUI, who are currently last in the Mizuno League and are dependent on starting to pick up points quickly to stay in the league.

For NTNUI, a tough match schedule awaits, and therefore the match away against Volda this weekend will be extra important. NTNUI should preferably get at least two points from this match. Otherwise, the situation could quickly look very difficult in the fight for further play in the Mizuno League.

Volda – last three matches in the Mizuno League

• Forde – Volda 3-1
• Volda – Oslo Volleyball 1-3
• Volda – Group 2-3

NTNUI – last three matches in the Mizuno League

• NTNUI – Group 0-3
• NTNUI – Axil 0-3
• NTNUI – Førde 0-3

The fight to avoid relegation

This match is of great importance for both teams in the fight to stay in the Mizuno League. This is simply a key match in the relegation battle.

The big question heading into the match is whether Edna Vladislavova is back for Volda. That will mean a lot for a Volda team that has delivered several strong results against the top teams this season. At the same time, the question remains whether they can perform as consistently when facing the teams around them in the table.

For NTNUI, they opened the season with a 3–1 win against Volda. The question is whether we will see the same performance this time. It will be absolutely necessary if NTNUI is to take points from the away game in Volda.

This could easily be a showdown where performances fluctuate, precisely because the match means so much to both teams. Nerves, risk and intensity will characterize the match.

I think Volda will be able to exploit the home field advantage and ultimately claim victory in a match marked by both high peaks and deep valleys. Therefore, I bet Volda win at 1.57

Volleyball at: 13:00: Volda – NTNUI: Volda win (1.57)