The Volleyball Nations League (VNL) is in full swing, with four high-octane matches played in the men’s category on the fourth day of the second week. The competition preliminary phase spans three weeks, where each team battles in 12 games, the top seven of which advance to the finals along with the host nations. The women’s finals are due in Arlington, Texas, from July 12-16, while the men will compete in Gdansk, Poland from July 19-23.
In Rotterdam, the US team dominated Iran with a comprehensive 3-0 win. The American players winning 25-22, 25-18, and 25-23 in consecutive sets. Likewise, the Italians proved too strong for Serbia, securing a straight-set victory with scores of 25-11, 25-21, and 25-20.
Meanwhile, in Orléans, Argentina overwhelmed Bulgaria in a three-set showdown, registering wins with 25-18, 25-21, and 25-22 scores. In a similar fashion, the French team triumphed over Cuba, displaying phenomenal prowess with 25-18, 25-20, and 25-20 victories.
VNL 2023 – 2nd Week
Rotterdam (Netherlands)
Iran vs USA 0-3 (22-25, 18-25, 23-25)
Serbia vs Italy 0-3 (11-25, 21-25, 20-25)
Orléans (France)
Argentina vs Bulgaria 3-0 (25-18, 25-21, 25-22)
France vs Cuba 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-20)
