The CEV Champions League Pool C – Round 3 commenced with an exciting clash in Poland, where Fenerbahce Opet Istanbul, led by Magdalena Stysiak, secured a convincing win against Grot Budowlani Łódź. The match, which ended in a straight-set victory for Fenerbahce (0-3), showcased their dominance with set scores of 24-26, 18-25, 19-25.
Riding high on their recent win in the Istanbul derby against VakifBank, Fenerbahce arrived in Poland determined to extend their winning streak. Their performance in Łódź was a testament to their high spirits and excellent form. Magdalena Stysiak, the star of the match, was named the Most Valuable Player, contributing 14 points, including 11 attacks with a 52% success rate, 2 blocks, and 1 ace. On the other side, Kinga Różyńska led Budowlani Łódź with 11 points, including 4 blocks and a 67% success rate in attack.
In another match marking the third round of Pool D, Allianz MTV Stuttgart celebrated their first season victory in the Champions League by defeating the Belgian team Asterix AVO Beveren. The German team delivered an equally impressive performance, winning 3-0 with set scores of 25-20, 25-18, 25-18. Krystal Rivers, who played a pivotal role in Stuttgart’s victory, was honored as the MVP of the match.
Pool C
Grot Budowlani Łódź vs Fenerbahce Opet Istanbul 0-3 (24-26, 18-25, 19-25)
Pool D
Asterix AVO Beveren vs. Allianz MTV Stuttgart 0-3 (20-25, 18-25, 16-25)
