Czechia is turning heads in their first Volleyball Nations League season—and win over Thailand just added to the buzz.
The European newcomers swept Thailand 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 32-30), grabbing their second straight victory and a solid shot at making the 2025 VNL Finals.
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Rising star Monika Brancuska led the charge with 22 points, sealing the match on her team’s seventh try in a wild third-set finish. Captain Michaela Mlejnkova chipped in 17 points and praised her team’s focus: “We stayed calm and stuck together, no matter what.” Thailand fought hard, especially in the third set, but couldn’t hold on. Now with just one win, they face the risk of relegation.
Standings provided by Sofascore
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