Starting this Saturday, the South Paris Arena 1 will host the world’s top men’s volleyball teams as the Olympic tournament of the Paris 2024 Games kicks off. The tournament begins with pool play, where 12 teams are divided into three pools. The top two teams from each pool, along with the two best third-placed teams, will advance to the quarterfinals.
Pool A: France, Slovenia, Canada, Serbia
Reigning Olympic champions France aim to defend their title on home soil. Slovenia, coming off a strong VNL 2024 performance, hopes for a medal. Canada, with a strong lineup, looks to make a deep run, while Serbia is poised to be a strong contender if they reach the knockout stage.
Pool B: Poland, Italy, Brazil, Egypt
This pool features heavyweights Poland, Italy, and Brazil. Poland, the top-ranked team, seeks their first medal in 48 years. Italy, the reigning world champions, and Brazil, with a rich Olympic history, promise thrilling matches. Egypt, although the underdog, aims to surprise as they have in the past.
Pool C: USA, Argentina, Japan, Germany
The USA brings an experienced squad aiming for gold. Argentina, bronze medalists from Tokyo, seek another podium finish. Japan, with impressive recent performances, is a serious medal contender, while Germany, led by Grozer, looks to disrupt the favorites and advance to the knockout stage.
The tournament runs from July 27 to August 11, with matches taking place daily. Teams are eager to claim Olympic glory, making this one of the most competitive and exciting volleyball tournaments in recent history.
