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June 22, 2023
In an exhilarating showdown at the Volleyball Nations League 2023, Serbia clinched victory against Germany with a 3:1 scoreline, (25-21, 20-25, 25-23, 25-23). With a display of sheer determination, power, and agility, Serbia asserted its dominance in this group stage match.
Serbia registered 51 successful attacks, 12 blocks, 4 service aces, and 60 digs, while Germany tallied 55 attacks, 6 blocks, 10 service aces, and 61 digs. Despite Germany’s commendable performance, the superior blocking from the Serbian side proved to be a pivotal factor in the final outcome.
Luburic Drazen, wearing jersey number 16, emerged as one of the stars for Serbia, contributing 16 points to his team. He secured 15 attack points and added 1 serve point. Following him closely was Kujundžić Miran (No. 10), who displayed an impressive all-around performance, garnering 14 points with 12 from attacks, 1 from a block, and 1 from a serve. Krsmanovic Petar (No. 7) contributed significantly as well with 13 points, consisting of 6 attacks, 5 blocks, and 2 serve points. The captain, Ivovic Marko (No. 8), wasn’t far behind, contributing 12 points through 11 attacks and 1 block. Nedeljkovic Aleksandar (No. 29) also made his presence felt with 11 points, 7 from attacks and 4 from blocks.
Germany showcased a remarkable fighting spirit. Brehme Anton (No. 12) led the team in scoring, racking up 15 points, comprising 13 from attacks, 1 from a block, and 1 from a serve. Weber Linus (No. 20) displayed an equally commendable performance with 15 points, including 12 attacks, 1 block, and 2 serve points. Team captain, Reichert Moritz (No. 5), contributed 14 points, consisting of 12 attacks, 1 block, and 1 serve point. Schott Ruben (No. 13) made a valuable contribution with 9 points, while Krage Florian (No. 18) added 8 points to Germany’s tally.
The match featured intense rallies, formidable defense, and thundering spikes. It was a close contest, but Serbia managed to edge out their opponents in the critical moments, particularly in the third and fourth sets, which both ended 25-23.
Serbia’s victory here places them in a promising position within their group as they look forward to their upcoming matches in the Volleyball Nations League. Germany, despite the loss, showed great character and will seek to bounce back stronger in their subsequent games.
This match exemplifies the high level of competition and excitement that the Volleyball Nations League continues to deliver to fans around the world.
Photo credit: Volleyball World
