As the final phase of the group stage in EuroVolley inches closer, Romania and Portugal both claimed pivotal wins in Pool D, heightening the anticipation for the tournament’s last two days of play. Romania defeated Greece with a score of 3-1, while Portugal triumphed over the host nation, Israel, in straight sets.
Romania Tops Greece 3-1
Romania showcased an impressive performance, overpowering Greece with a 3-1 victory. Alexandru Rata led the Romanian side, accumulating a remarkable 16 points. His teammates, Iulian Marian Bala and Florian Bela Bartha, were not far behind, adding 14 points each to the team’s score. For Greece, Georgios Tzioumakas was the top scorer, finishing the game with 15 points.
Portugal Sweeps Hosts Israel 3-0
Portugal didn’t leave room for surprises as they claimed a 3-0 victory over Israel. Captain Alex Ferreira spearheaded Portugal’s win, contributing a commanding 17 points in the attack. On the Israeli side, Tamir Hirshko managed to add 12 points.
Both Romania and Portugal’s wins have added a new layer of excitement as we look forward to the final days of the group stage. These victories could be defining moments for both teams as they aim to solidify their standings in Pool D, ahead of the crucial matches to come.
Pool D
Greece vs. Romania 1-3 (16-25, 18-25, 25-23, 21-25)
Israel vs. Portugal 0-3 (22-25, 21-25, 12-25)
