Serbia
Russia outplayed Belarus with 3-1 although they lost the first set. Russian players were able to get back on their feet and take three points from this matchup. Elizaveta Kochurina became the best player of the match who scored 24 points.
Serbia also recorded their first win at the tournament after a 3-1 victory over Slovenia.
In Pool I the host team survived volleyball thriller against Hungary while in Pool II Germany, Turkey and Italy celebrate second wins.
The match between Turkey and Romania was a real Balkan derby and was equal until the end. After many fights Turkey was the stronger team and Damla Tokman scored the final point with a perfect block.
Pool I
Russia vs. Belarus 3-1 (21-25, 25-16, 25-17, 25-13)
Slovenia vs. Serbia 1-3 (28-26, 22-25, 20-25, 20-25)
Hungary vs. Bulgaria 2-3 (25-18, 20-25, 31-29, 23-25, 7-15)
Pool II
Ukraine vs. Germany 1-3 (19-25, 19-25, 25-18, 23-25)
Italy vs. The Netherlands 3-0 (25-14, 25-12, 25-12)
Romania vs. Turkey 2-3 (23-25, 24-26, 28-26, 25-17, 9-15)
To see complete results, stats and standings, visit our EuroVolley U17 2018 (Female) page.
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