2016 Men’s Olympic Volleyball
Brazil won the 2016 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Italy in the final.
Men's 2016 at a Glance
Brazil won the 2016 Men's Olympic Volleyball, defeating Italy 3–0 in the final. United States took bronze ahead of Russia.
The edition featured 12 national teams from 7–21 August 2016, with the decisive stage in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Sérgio Santos was named tournament MVP.
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Sérgio Santos
Most Valuable Player
How the 2016 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
Host Brazil won its third Olympic men’s volleyball gold medal. Veteran libero Sérgio Santos was named tournament MVP.
The medal matches fixed the top four as Brazil, Italy, United States and Russia. 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 knockout stage and medal matches were played at Maracanãzinho in Rio de Janeiro.
What Defined the 2016 Men's Edition
TITLE MATCH
Brazil finished on top
Brazil defeated Italy 3–0 in the final to secure the 2016 title.
BRONZE MATCH
United States completed the podium
United States beat Russia 3–2 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Sérgio Santos earned the top individual honour
Sérgio Santos was named MVP of the 2016 Men's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
Host Brazil won its third Olympic men’s volleyball gold medal. Veteran libero Sérgio Santos was named tournament MVP.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2016
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 →United States Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Russia Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Iran Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Poland Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Canada Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Argentina Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Egypt Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Africa (CAVB)
View team →France Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Cuba Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Mexico Men’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →2016 Men's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2016 Men's Olympic Volleyball?
Brazil won the title, defeating Italy 3–0 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
United States took bronze with a 3–2 win over Russia.
How many teams competed?
12 national teams took part in the 2016 Men's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Sérgio Santos was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
