In match No. 3 of the the German Bundesliga play off finals, SSC Palmberg Schwerin staged a remarkable comeback against Allianz MTV Stuttgart, seizing the third game of the series. After dropping the first two sets, Schwerin rallied to claim the next two and eventually triumphed in a nail-biting tiebreak. The series stands at 2-1, with Schwerin in the lead.
Set Breakdown:
- Set 1: Despite a spirited start by Schwerin, Stuttgart took an early lead and secured the set 25-20 with solid mid-set play.
- Set 2: Stuttgart dominated from the outset, extending their lead and finishing strongly with a 25-12 victory, thanks to a formidable block defense.
- Set 3: Schwerin found their rhythm, improving their attack to edge out Stuttgart 25-21.
- Set 4: In a tightly contested set, Schwerin narrowly escaped with a 25-23 win, spurred by critical plays in crucial moments.
- Tiebreak: Schwerin capitalized on their momentum, taking the tiebreak 15-8 amid roaring support from the 2,200 fans at PALMBERG ARENA.
The win gives Schwerin a crucial advantage, setting up a championship point in the upcoming match in Stuttgart. The teams will meet again on Wednesday, where Stuttgart faces a must-win scenario to keep their title hopes alive.
Bundesliga – PlayOff Finals – Game 3
- SSC Palmberg Schwerin vs. Allianz MTV Stuttgart 3-2 (20-25, 12-25, 25:21, 25:23, 15-8)