In a thrilling start to the 2024-2025 Marmara Spikeligue season, AS Cannes, newly promoted from Ligue B, pulled off a stunning upset by defeating reigning champions Saint-Nazaire in a five-set nail-biter (22-25, 25-23, 18-25, 25-20, 15-13). The intense match came down to a crucial turning point at 12-12 in the final set, where Czech player Lukas Demar’s clutch play helped Cannes edge ahead.
Egyptian star Reda Haikal led the charge with 20 points, securing Cannes’ dramatic victory on the Côte d’Azur. Saint-Nazaire will look to bounce back against Plessis-Robinson next week, while Cannes heads to Narbonne, eager to continue their winning momentum.
Standings provided by Sofascore