Cuba Serbia
Defending champions Russia are already out of the tournament having not accumulated enough points to reach top spot or be classed as one of the best second-placed sides. They will be playing for nothing but glory this weekend.
However, Japan will be looking to add a few precious points to their haul if they want to avoid the World League playoffs. They currently sit on three points but will be keeping an eye on Portugal’s results in Pool D and Korea’s in Pool C. They are currently in a dangerous position so will want to clinch at least a win to give them a fighting chance of surviving.
Key facts
–Cuba are yet to lose to Japan in the World League, winning 11 matches in total
–Cuba need a minimum of three points to guarantee themselves a place in Sofia
–Russia became the first defending champions to fail to qualify for the Finals last weekend