Galatasaray Daikin ISTANBUL extended their flawless League 6 record to four wins, overcoming a resilient Darta Bevo ROESELARE 3-1 (25-16, 24-26, 25-21, 25-17) in a compelling encounter that saw a thrilling duel between two of the league's most potent opposite hitters.

The match, played on January 14, 2026, was largely dictated by Galatasaray's offensive prowess, though Roeselare provided a stern test, particularly in a dramatic second set. Galatasaray stormed out of the gates, controlling the first set from an 8-7 lead to a comfortable 25-16 finish, showcasing their attacking dominance with a formidable 54.9% attack efficiency against Roeselare's 46.0%. However, the Belgian visitors refused to fold, staging a remarkable comeback in the second set. Trailing 16-14, Roeselare clawed their way back, powered by Nikita De Paepe, to snatch a 26-24 victory, momentarily silencing the home crowd and proving their mettle.

That hard-fought set win, however, proved to be a fleeting moment of glory for Roeselare. Galatasaray, under coach Massimo Barbolini, quickly recalibrated. They reasserted control in the third set, consistently leading at the 8-point (8-7) and 16-point (16-12) marks before closing it out 25-21. The fourth set was a decisive display of Galatasaray's superiority, as they pulled away after the 16-point mark (16-10) to secure a commanding 25-17 win, sealing the match and their continued reign at the top of League 6.

Tactically, Galatasaray's victory was built on superior attacking efficiency and a solid blocking game. They outscored Roeselare 54-48 in attack kills, boasting a 39.3% hit ratio compared to Roeselare's 28.6%. Their reception efficiency also edged out their opponents, 50.8% to 47.7%, providing their setter with more consistent platforms. While Roeselare surprisingly held an advantage in serve aces (7-5), Galatasaray's overall serve efficiency was marginally better at 26.5% against 23.5%. The home side also dominated at the net, registering 8 block kills to Roeselare's 6, further stifling the visitors' offense.