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Fener were the first team to beat Vakifbank, decisively winning against them, after an incredible series of 74 wins in all competitions. Just 10 days ago they were close to another such win over Vakif in the Turkish Cup final, with a 2-0 lead in sets, but they relaxed, and along with some debatable decisions by the coach, they lost that final after 5 sets. In the mean time, Fener routinely went through both semifinal matches, while Vakif had to play three, the last on Tuesday in five sets. Fener have had two more days to rest, which could influence the quality of the game, at least in the first match of the final. The venue is the Burhan Felek arena, home ground for both teams, but most of the crowd will be supporting Fener. From the perspective of players, Brazilian Garay, a universal Fener player, complained of a back injury, and might not play. If she doesn't, captain of the team Seda Tokatliokglu will take her place, as the original receiver, although often playing first attacker this season. She played as receiver instead of Garay a few times earlier in the season, one of those against Vakifbank. Garay is extremely offensively oriented, but Seda is a better receiver, so the reception will improve. Fener also have Kim Yeong, for whom Vakif had no answer this season, libero Merve who has had a great season, and Bauer at middle, paired with Edu Erdem for a skim block equaling that of Vakif. Vakif have the advantage in organization, as Naz is a more lucid setter, but she also struggles with a back injury, missing the second semifinal match against Galata and is not in optimal form. They also have Jovana Brakočević as opposite, but she is far from best from lately. In summary, Fener are in a better position before the first match of the final, and worth playing for such a stake.