Volleyball: France–Brazil, the Blues return to Paris at La Chapelle Arena

French volleyball is back in Paris... The French men's national volleyball team returns to the Paris crowd with a France–Brazil clash at the Arena La Chapelle, in the 18th arrondissement, on Friday 4 September 2026. A highly anticipated date for the Blues, who come back to the capital just months after the crowd-pleasing success of the Finales de la Coupe de France, with billetterie already open.

This France-Brazil match gives French volleyball a fresh Paris showcase inside the Porte de la Chapelle arena. The bill also serves as a litmus test for the French players, just days before the Men's European Volleyball Championship 2026, scheduled from September 9 to 26. Against Brazil, a historic powerhouse in the sport, the Blues will have the opportunity to test themselves against a benchmark opponent in front of their fans.

For Antoine Brizard, captain of the France team, this return to Paris carries a special significance: "We're very happy to be back in Paris. It's a city that means a lot to us, and it's the first time we'll play there since the Games", he explained. And he continued: "Playing Brazil is always special; these are always great matches against this historic volleyball nation. We're excited and we hope the crowd will be as fired up as we are!".

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The match will also be broadcast on Twitch and on Sport en France, extending the aim to make volleyball more accessible to a broad audience. Between in-person fixtures and online streaming, this France-Brazil offers a new chance to follow the Blues before their European deadline. Shall we reserve our place?

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