In the ongoing 2023 FIVB Girls’ U19 Volleyball World Championship, Italy, Japan, Türkiye, and the USA have emerged as semifinalists.
- Japan clinched a thrilling five-set victory against Thailand with the final score reading 3-2 (25-20, 20-25, 25-20, 27-29, 15-10). Standouts from the match were Riri Kasai and Sae Omori, notching 25 and 19 points, respectively.
- Türkiye outplayed Bulgaria in a 3-1 (25-22, 27-25, 22-25, 25-7) win, with Beren Yesilirmak leading the Turkish side by scoring 20 points.
- Italy showcased a spectacular comeback against Croatia, overturning a two-set deficit to win 3-2 (22-25, 21-25, 25-20, 25-14, 15-13). Lisa Esposito starred for Italy, contributing a significant 26 points.
- USA outmaneuvered their adversaries Brazil in a closely contested five-setter, eventually prevailing 3-2 (21-25, 25-19, 25-19, 23-25, 15-11). Teraya Sigler and Abigail Vander Wal were key to the USA’s victory, scoring 29 and 23 points, respectively.
The semifinals will see Japan face off against Türkiye while Italy will compete with the USA.