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VNL W: Antropova Breaks Out as Italy Downs Germany in Rio

by WoV

With star opposite Paola Egonu sidelined, few expected Italy to shine. But 22-year-old Ekaterina Antropova had other plans.

Photo: Volleyball World

Thrown into the spotlight, Antropova exploded for 31 points—leading Italy to a gritty 3-2 win over Germany at the Volleyball Nations League. Her powerful performance not only filled Egonu’s shoes but made a statement of her own.

“It wasn’t easy, but we believed,” Antropova said.

Elsewhere, Brazil stayed flawless, sweeping the U.S. behind Ana Cristina Souza’s 20 points. In Ottawa, Bulgaria regrouped after a rough start to edge out the Dominican Republic, mixing veteran savvy with young energy.

Standings provided by Sofascore

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