All matches have been played in the second round of the Men's Volleyball Nations League held in Japan and Canada. Italy continues to hold the top spot in the overall standings after a convincing 3-0 win over the Netherlands.
Sensational rise of Slovenia
The national team of Slovenia, having the same number of victories as Italy, rose to second place, but three points behind. Slovenian volleyball players demonstrate indomitable spirit and excellent team play, which allows them to compete with the leaders of the tournament.
Poland is in the third position
On the third step with 18 points is Poland national team, which has 6 victories. Polish players continue to show a stable and powerful game, which allows them to remain among the leaders.
Eight of the best
The top eight, who will continue the fight in the playoffs after three rounds, include the national teams of France, Japan, Brazil, Canada and Cuba. These teams show a high level of preparation and thirst for victory, which makes them serious contenders for the title.
Chances for the quarterfinals
The national teams of Argentina, Serbia, Germany, the USA and the Netherlands still have a chance to make it to the quarterfinals. Each of these teams has the potential to show strong results in the final round of the group stage.
Outsiders of the tournament
But it will be very problematic for the national teams of Bulgaria, Turkey and Iran to climb from the bottom of the tournament table to the top. However, these teams are also capable of surprises that can change the course of the tournament.
Records and high-scoring matches
"It was in this round that the national teams of Turkey and Germany played a highly productive match, scoring 252 points for the two teams, and the second part of this match ended with a record score of 44:42 in favor of the Turkish volleyball players."
This match became a real highlight of the tour, showing incredible tension and skill of the players.
Results of the matches of the second round
In the matches of the second round, which took place on June 9-10 in Fukuoka (Japan) and Ottawa (Canada), the following results were recorded:
- Bulgaria – Slovenia 0:3 (23:25, 14:25, 21:25)
- Italy – Netherlands 3:0 (25:18, 25:15, 25:21)
- Argentina – France 2:3 (19:25, 17:25, 25:22, 28:26, 9:15)
- Canada – Serbia 1:3 (25:21, 20:25, 18:25, 23:25)
Waiting for the third round
The matches of the third final round of the group stage will take place from June 18 to 23 in Slovenia and the Philippines. All teams will fight for places in the playoffs, which promises even more exciting moments and dramatic matches.
It remains only to wait for the next matches, which will determine the final composition of the playoff participants and bring new emotions to volleyball fans.
Editor: Vitalina Patskan
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