Defending champions VakıfBank opened the Vodafone Sultanlar Ligi playoff semifinals with a 3-0 away win over Eczacıbaşı Dynavit, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
VakıfBank secured the match in straight sets (25-18, 25-19, 25-20), controlling play throughout. Marina Markova led the scoring with 22 points, while Tijana Bošković contributed 16.
VakıfBank consistency extended a winning streak to 18 matches across all competitions. Head coach Giovanni Guidetti highlighted his team’s effectiveness in attack and serving, while warning that the series is far from over against a high-quality opponent.
The second match will be played on April 2 at VakıfBank Spor Sarayı, where VakıfBank can secure a place in the final with another victory.
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