In an electrifying opener for Pool C, Allianz Milano clinched a dramatic 3-2 victory over Belgium’s KNACK Roeselare. After trailing 0-2 in sets, Milano mounted a fierce comeback, driven by standout performances from Reggers with 24 points and Louati’s crucial 21. The match extended to a thrilling fifth set, where Milano edged out Roeselare 16-14.
Allianz Milano vs KNACK Roeselare 3-2 3-2 (21-25, 21-25, 25-23, 25-22, 16-14)
Meanwhile, in another Pool C clash, Poland’s Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie dominated Hypo Tirol Innsbruck with a straight-set victory of 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-16).