In the first semifinal match of the Italian Cup (Del Monte Copa Italia SuperLega), Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza caused a major upset by delivering an outstanding performance, particularly with their serves. They outshone the heavily favored Sir Safety Susa Perugia 3-0 (30-28, 25-20, 25-22).
During the match, Perrugia had a hard time with their serve, making 23 errors (with only 5 aces) in three sets. As a result, they were unable to maintain consistency on the field. On the other hand, Piacenza was able to make a difference by delivering excellent serves during critical moments of the match. Although they made 21 mistakes, they also had 11 aces, which helped them to gain an advantage. The top scorer of the match was Yuri Romano from Piacenza, who scored 13 points. Yoandy Leal, his teammate, followed him with 11 points, and Robertlandy Simon added 10. For Perrugia, Kamil Rychlicki was the most efficient player with 11 points. However, Wilfredo Leon only managed to score 8 points with a 23% attack rate, 1 block, 1 ace, and a 27% reception rate.
Sir Safety Susa Perugia: Giannelli 2, Semeniuk 9, Resende Gualberto 7, Rychlicki 11, Leon Venero 8, Russo 4, Piccinelli (L), Colaci (L), Herrera Jaime 1, Plotnytskyi 4, Ropret, Solé, Mengozzi, Cardenas Morales, Coach: Anastasi
Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza: Brizard 5, Santos De Souza 6, Simon 10, Romanò 13, Leal 11, Caneschi 5, Scanferla (L), Basic 0, Gironi 1, Recine, Hoffer, Alonso, De Weijer, Cester, Coach: Botti
The name of the second finalist will be revealed shortly. Itas Trentino is set to compete against Milano in the second semifinal match.
Del Monte Copa Italia SuperLega – Semifinals
February 25, 2023
Sir Safety Susa Perugia vs Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza 0-3 (28-30, 20-25, 22-25)
Itas Trentino vs Allianz Milano
