Defending champions Allianz MTV Stuttgart secured a commanding 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 26-24) victory over Dresdner SC in the German Women’s Bundesliga. In front of 1,934 spectators at SCHARRena, Stuttgart showcased their dominance, significantly reducing third-placed Dresden’s chances of claiming the top spot.
Head coach Alexander Waibl admitted Stuttgart’s superiority: “They were better in every aspect. We struggled with reception and defense, while they controlled every ball.”
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Stuttgart’s setter Pia Kästner earned MVP honors, while Dresden’s Marta Levinska, the team’s top scorer with 12 points, received silver. Despite a strong third set where Dresden led 22-19, Stuttgart, driven by Stuttgart star player Krystal Rivers (21 points), sealed the win in 81 minutes.
