2008 Men’s Olympic Volleyball
United States won the 2008 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Brazil in the final.
Men's 2008 at a Glance
United States won the 2008 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Brazil 3–1 in the final. Russia took bronze ahead of Italy.
The edition featured 12 national teams from 10–24 August 2008, with the decisive stage in Beijing, China. Clayton Stanley was named tournament MVP.
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Clayton Stanley
Most Valuable Player
How the 2008 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
The United States won its third Olympic men’s volleyball title, with Clayton Stanley named tournament MVP after also leading the event in scoring and serving.
The medal matches fixed the top four as United States, Brazil, Russia and Italy. The full placement table preserves the complete edition rather than only the podium.
Format, Field & Host
Twelve national teams were divided into two pools of six. The top four teams in each pool advanced to the quarterfinals, followed by single-elimination semifinals and medal matches.
The men’s medal matches were played at Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing on 24 August 2008.
What Defined the 2008 Men's Edition
TITLE MATCH
United States finished on top
United States defeated Brazil 3–1 in the final to secure the 2008 title.
BRONZE MATCH
Russia completed the podium
Russia beat Italy 3–0 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Clayton Stanley earned the top individual honour
Clayton Stanley was named MVP of the 2008 Men's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
The United States won its third Olympic men’s volleyball title, with Clayton Stanley named tournament MVP after also leading the event in scoring and serving.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2008
United States Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Brazil Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Russia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Italy Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Bulgaria Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →China Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Poland Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Serbia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Germany Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Venezuela Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryEgypt Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Africa (CAVB)
View team →Japan Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →2008 Men's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2008 Men's Olympic Volleyball?
United States won the title, defeating Brazil 3–1 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
Russia took bronze with a 3–0 win over Italy.
How many teams competed?
12 national teams took part in the 2008 Men's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Clayton Stanley was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
