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ANTALYA, TURKEY – In an exhilarating match at the Antalya Sports Hall, Poland secured a decisive 3-0 victory over the Netherlands in the Men’s Volleyball Nations League 2024. The match, held on May 24th, saw Poland dominate with set scores of 30-28, 25-23, and 25-18.
Poland’s win was fueled by a well-rounded team effort, with multiple players contributing significantly to the scoreboard. Śliwka and Szalpuk emerged as the top scorers for Poland, securing 16 and 14 points respectively. Kochanowski also played a pivotal role, adding 12 points to Poland’s tally.
| Poland (POL) | Attacks | Blocks | Serves | Opponent Errors | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Total | 43 | 14 | 7 | 16 | 80 |
| Śliwka | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| Szalpuk | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| Kochanowski | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
The Netherlands, despite a valiant effort, struggled to match Poland’s consistent performance. Nimir stood out as the leading scorer for the Netherlands, securing an impressive 22 points. Parkinson and Koops also made notable contributions with 17 and 10 points respectively.
| Netherlands (NED) | Attacks | Blocks | Serves | Opponent Errors | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Total | 37 | 4 | 6 | 17 | 69 |
| Nimir | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
| Parkinson | 9 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 17 |
| Koops | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
The match was officiated by referees Sonja Simonovska from Montenegro and Ziling Wang from China. Coaches Roberto Piazza (Netherlands) and Nikola Grbić (Poland) strategized from the sidelines, guiding their teams through the intense competition.
With this victory, Poland has solidified its position in the Men’s Volleyball Nations League, showcasing their prowess on the international stage. The Netherlands, while facing a setback in this match, will undoubtedly look to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming games.
