2012 Men’s Olympic Volleyball
Russia won the 2012 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Brazil in the final.
Men's 2012 at a Glance
Russia won the 2012 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Brazil 3–2 in the final. Italy took bronze ahead of Bulgaria.
The edition featured 12 national teams from 29 July – 12 August 2012, with the decisive stage in London, United Kingdom. Murilo Endres was named tournament MVP.
Performance Leaders
Murilo Endres
Most Valuable Player
How the 2012 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
Russia overturned a two-set deficit against Brazil in the final to win Olympic gold. Brazil’s Murilo Endres was named tournament MVP.
The medal matches fixed the top four as Russia, Brazil, Italy and Bulgaria. 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 decisive matches were staged at Earls Court in London, with the men’s final played on 12 August 2012.
What Defined the 2012 Men's Edition
TITLE MATCH
Russia finished on top
Russia defeated Brazil 3–2 in the final to secure the 2012 title.
BRONZE MATCH
Italy completed the podium
Italy beat Bulgaria 3–1 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Murilo Endres earned the top individual honour
Murilo Endres was named MVP of the 2012 Men's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
Russia overturned a two-set deficit against Brazil in the final to win Olympic gold. Brazil’s Murilo Endres was named tournament MVP.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2012
Russia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Brazil Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
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 →Argentina Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Germany Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Poland Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →United States Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Australia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entrySerbia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Great Britain Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryTunisia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Africa (CAVB)
View team →2012 Men's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2012 Men's Olympic Volleyball?
Russia won the title, defeating Brazil 3–2 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
Italy took bronze with a 3–1 win over Bulgaria.
How many teams competed?
12 national teams took part in the 2012 Men's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Murilo Endres was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
