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The French men’s volleyball team continued their winning streak in the Olympic tournament with a commanding 3:0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-19) victory over Canada in Pool A. This second consecutive win for France solidifies their position as a top contender in the group.
| Team | Attack | Block | Serve | Opponent Errors | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | 40 | 7 | 9 | 19 | 75 |
| CAN | 29 | 8 | 2 | 19 | 58 |
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| Team | Dig | Reception | Set |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | 39 | 51 | 71 |
| CAN | 42 | 58 | 71 |
From the first serve, France displayed their offensive prowess and defensive resilience. Patry, the standout player of the match, led the charge with 13 points, showcasing his exceptional skills and athleticism. Ngapeth also made significant contributions, adding 13 points to the French tally.
| Player Name | Position | Points | Attacks | Blocks | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patry | O | 13 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Ngapeth | OH | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| Le Goff | MB | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Brizard | S | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Louati | OH | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Canada, despite their efforts, struggled to match France’s intensity and precision. Maar led the team with 12 points, but their overall performance was marred by errors and a lack of offensive firepower.
| Player Name | Position | Points | Attacks | Blocks | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maar | OH | 12 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Szwarc | O | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Loeppky | OH | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| McCarthy | MB | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Hoag (C) | OH | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Pool A Standings
| Team | Points | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLO | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| FRA | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| SRB | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| CAN | 0 | 0 | 2 |
France’s dominant performance further solidifies their position as the team to beat in Pool A. With two consecutive wins, they have set a high bar for the rest of the competition. As the tournament progresses, volleyball fans can look forward to more exciting matches and unexpected twists.
