Germany celebrate the win over Belgium in semifinals
After the match, Germany head coach Giovanni Guidetti:
“It is an amazing feeling. We won against a very strong team tonight. Congratulations to my players; even in the most difficult moments of the match they never gave up. Moreover, it was a victory for the supporters. More than 7.000 fans pushed us beyond our limits. Thanks to them we managed to make an incredible comeback.”
Germany captain Margareta Kozuch:
“Belgium played a great game, congratulations! I am very proud of my teammates. Only a very special team can turn the tables like we did tonight.”
Belgium coach Gert Van de Broek:
“During two and a half set, we were very close to victory. However, Germany deserve the win. They took a lot of risk in the deciding moments of the match. I am sure the fans enjoyed tonight’s match. I have not seen all the matches of EuroVolley 2013, but I am sure it was one of the best matches so far. I am very proud of my players. Belgium has become a strong team in Europe.”
Belgium captain Charlotte Leys:
“Congratulations to Germany. They showed great fighting spirit. Two sets down, they took much more risk in serving. It was one of the key factors for their triumph tonight. I feel disappointed. Nevertheless, tomorrow we will have a second chance for a medal.”
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