Rana Verona secured a victory against Yuasa Battery Grottazzolina in third-round SuperLega Credem Banca clash, winning 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-15). Noumory Keita led the way for Verona with 21 points. Grottazzolina faced difficulties keeping pace, especially with Dusan Petkovic sidelined due to injury. Despite a competitive second set, where Grottazzolina fought back to tie at 22, Verona’s Keita sealed the win with a powerful attack.
Meanwhile, Sir Susa Vim Perugia triumphed 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, 25-21) over Valsa Group Modena, opening the third round with a strong performance. Wassim Ben Tara of Perugia, who was named MVP, contributed 13 points, while Modena’s top scorer was Paul Buchegger with also 13 points.