The race for the National Women's Volleyball Championship 2026 is heating up as Phase 2 is set to begin on October 14 in Vĩnh Long. Hà Nội Tasco Auto is currently leading the competition with a perfect record of seven wins in the first phase. However, as the second phase approaches, all teams are making adjustments to improve their performance and secure a spot in the semifinals.

Hà Nội Tasco Auto has made a significant impact this season. After earning promotion, the team has continued to showcase impressive form in the national championship, also winning the 2026 Hùng Vương Cup. With a solid lineup featuring key players like Vi Thị Như Quỳnh, Bùi Thị Ánh Thảo, Lê Thanh Thúy, and setter Vi Thị Yến Nhi, the team has maintained stability in their gameplay. The addition of star player Brankica Mihajlović before the second phase offers them more offensive options.

Following Hà Nội Tasco Auto in the standings is Hóa chất Đức Giang Lào Cai, who finished second in the first phase. Under the guidance of coach Nguyễn Hữu Hà, they boast notable players such as middle blocker Kiều Oanh and outside hitters Bùi Hồng Nhung and Trần Tú Linh. The return of Trần Tú Linh from injury is a key focus as they look to enhance their attacking strategies after a previous loss to Hà Nội Tasco Auto in the Hùng Vương Cup final.

The defending champions, VTV Bình Điền Long An, enter Phase 2 with the goal of retaining their title. Setter Võ Thị Kim Thoa remains a crucial element in orchestrating their plays and connecting various attacking strategies. To succeed, the team needs to stabilize their lineup and improve synergy among players.

For Binh chủng Thông tin, the return of Hoàng Thị Kiều Trinh is a highlight as they prepare for the second phase. As a key player in their attack, Kiều Trinh's presence will enhance their offensive options. Additionally, the team needs to work on their first touch quality, defense, and counter-attack organization after experiencing inconsistencies earlier in the season.

LPB Ninh Bình and Xi măng Long Sơn Thanh Hóa are also under pressure to improve their results. For Ninh Bình, the coordination between positions and the ability to capitalize on opportunities will directly influence their performance. Meanwhile, Thanh Hóa must maintain stability and maximize their attacking effectiveness to compete with the leading teams.

Phase 2 will not only determine the rankings but also identify the teams that will advance to the semifinals. With their current advantage, Hà Nội Tasco Auto is in a favorable position, but all opponents still have opportunities to change the dynamics of the competition. The return of key players, adaptability to personnel changes, and performance in each match will be critical factors in this exciting phase in Vĩnh Long.