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Numia Vero Volley Milano continues to dominate the Italian Serie A1 women’s league, maintaining their flawless record with a decisive victory. Meanwhile, Reale Mutua Fenera Chieri ’76 secured a commanding away win, showcasing their strength in the competitive Italian volleyball scene.
Milano’s Unbeaten Streak Continues in Style
Numia Vero Volley Milano extended their perfect start to the season, clinching their fifth consecutive victory in Serie A1. They triumphed over Laica Cioccolato UYBA with a convincing 3-0 scoreline at the Allianz Cloud, much to the delight of the 3,681 spectators in attendance.
The star of the match was undoubtedly Paola Egonu, who powered Milano’s offense with a remarkable 25 points. Her exceptional performance was crucial in overcoming UYBA, with set scores of 25-20, 25-22, and 25-15.
Milano’s strong team effort was evident, with Anna Danesi contributing 11 points, including an impressive five blocks. Rebecca Piva also added a solid 10 points to the scoreboard. The team’s defensive prowess was highlighted by their 13 blocks and efficient 42 successful attacks, demonstrating their control throughout the match.
Although UYBA showed resilience, particularly in the second set, Milano managed to regain momentum. MVP Yoshino Sato played a pivotal role with a crucial service run that shifted the tide. Valeria Battista was the top scorer for UYBA, netting 11 points in the effort.
Chieri Claims Convincing Away Sweep Against Talmassons
In another significant fixture, Reale Mutua Fenera Chieri ’76 delivered a dominant performance to sweep CDA Volley Talmassons FVG 3-0 on their home court in Latisana. The victory marked a strong showing for Chieri, extending Talmassons’ recent struggles.
Anett Nemeth led the charge for Chieri with an impressive 19 points, closely followed by MVP Stella Nervini, who added 12 points to the tally. Their offensive firepower proved too much for the newly promoted Talmassons side.
The match scores were 25-18, 25-20, and 25-23. Talmassons showed signs of life, pushing hard in the third set and even taking a 23-22 lead, threatening to extend the contest. However, Chieri demonstrated their composure and winning mentality by rallying to score three consecutive points, sealing the sweep.
Giorgia Frosini was the standout player for Talmassons, scoring 14 points with a 36% attack efficiency and contributing 5 blocks. This defeat marks Talmassons’ third consecutive loss in the league, leaving them with six points as they navigate their first season in Serie A1.
The results from this round underscore Milano’s current dominance and Chieri’s strong form as they continue their campaigns in the highly competitive Italian Serie A1 league.
Source: World of Volley Italy
