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Slovenia’s men’s volleyball team continued their impressive run in the Olympic tournament with a decisive 3:0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-19) victory over Serbia in Pool A. This win marks their second consecutive victory, solidifying their position as the team to beat in the group.
| Team | Attack | Block | Serve | Opponent Errors | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLO | 47 | 2 | 6 | 20 | 75 |
| SRB | 30 | 3 | 3 | 23 | 59 |
| Team | Dig | Reception | Set |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLO | 44 | 48 | 80 |
| SRB | 43 | 57 | 71 |
Slovenia’s offense was firing on all cylinders, led by T. Štern, who amassed an impressive 25 points. His powerful spikes and strategic placements were too much for the Serbian defense to handle. Čebulj and Urnaut also played crucial roles, contributing 12 and 9 points respectively, showcasing Slovenia’s depth and versatility in attack.
| Player Name | Position | Points | Attacks | Blocks | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T. Štern | O | 25 | 22 | 1 | 2 |
| Čebulj | OH | 12 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Urnaut (C) | OH | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| Pajenk | MB | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Kozamernik | MB | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Serbia, despite their efforts, struggled to match Slovenia’s intensity and precision. Ivović led the team with 10 points, but their overall performance was marred by errors and a lack of offensive firepower.
| Player Name | Position | Points | Attacks | Blocks | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivović | OH | 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Kujundžić | OH | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Krsmanović | MB | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Atanasijević | O | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Luburić | O | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Slovenia’s dominant performance 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.
