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Do libero swaps count as substitutions in volleyball?

No, libero replacements are not counted and are unlimited.

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  1. No, they are unlimited ✔
  2. Yes, each one counts
  3. Yes, but only in the fifth set

Why: Libero replacements are not counted as substitutions and there is no limit. There must be a completed rally between two libero replacements.

Huh, didn't know that: Only one libero may be on the court at any time.

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Answer: No, they are unlimited. Libero replacements are not counted as substitutions and there is no limit. There must be a completed rally between two libero replacements.

  1. FIVB Official Volleyball Rules 2025-2028, Rule 19.3.2.1 www.fivb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FIVB-Volleyball_Rules2025_2028-EN-v05.pdf
    Libero Replacements are not counted as substitutions.
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. FIVB Official Volleyball Rules 2025-2028, Rule 19.3.2.1 www.fivb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FIVB-Volleyball_Rules2025_2028-EN-v05.pdf
    They are unlimited but there must be a completed rally between two Libero replacements
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  3. FIVB Official Volleyball Rules 2025-2028, Rule 19.1.3 www.fivb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FIVB-Volleyball_Rules2025_2028-EN-v05.pdf
    Only one Libero may be on court at any time.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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