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Volleyball » World Championship (W)
10.10.2014. 20:00 Finished
Italy - Russia (3:1)

Defending champion one step away from being knocked out

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The American win over Russia yesterday got Italy thought to semi finals. The Italians will fight for the top spot in the group today in a bit to avoid Brazil in semi final. The defending champion Russia need a straight set win or a 3-1 win to reach semi finals

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The fans in Italy had the chance to witness a volleyball classic yesterday as United States beat Russia 3-1 (25-19, 25-23, 15-25, 25-23). Russia lost two opening sets, with the US having a perfect chance to finish them off in straight sets (13-6 lead in the third set). But, with a 19-2 series that followed, Russia got back in the game. The Americans, however, went on to display their mental strength to win the fourth set. 

- We managed to get back after losing to Italy yesterday, and all we have left to do now is watch Russia and Italy face each other tomorrow - coach Kiraly said yesterday.

The US winning was good news for Italy, as it got them through to the semifinals. It won't make any difference even if the Italians lose in straight sets today. They've done a great job on Wednesday as they took on the mighty US and managed to beat them in straight sets. They were mentally strong, their blocking excellent, just like the fan support that got them through the match. Del Core was the most efficient Italian with 15 points, with three other players recording ten or more. After such a great performance, Italy have more than enough reason to be optimistic ahead of the final part of this WC.

- The team has grown ever since the first game. We hope to get even better. Out game here is great, each and every player always give their best, which, I think, puts a lot of pressure on the opponents - Lo Bianco said.

Italy have the momentum, they're doing great, and they're playing home. All of that makes them quite capable of posing a threat to the number one favorite Brazil. They will do everything they can to avoid meeting Brazil in semi final, and if Brazil beats the Dominican Republic in the first match of the day, Italy will do their best to reach top spot in their pool. A set would do against Russia or that.

- I'm really surprised with the win against the US. My girls were great, I'm happy with how they did today - Italy's coach Bonitta said.

Russia need a win in straight sets here or a 3-1 win here. If they win in five sets, they will lose the chance to defend their title. Their game against the US yesterday was less than perfect, with their players being superior in blocking, but struggling with reception and serving.

- We weren't at out usual level today and that caused the defeat. We are well aware of the problems, but we had only 21 day to prepare for this WC - coach Maricev tried to justify the defeat. 

Koseleva was great once again, having scored 25 points. Gamova did great as well, but she hasn't reached her best performances yet. Receiver Pasynkova was supposed to be back on the team, but that didn't happen in the end. Russia will definitely not lack motivation since this is a make or break match for them. 

- We didn't play out game against the US, we need to prepare for the match with Italy better - Russian team captain said.

When it comes to betting on this game, the best choice would be a live betting. If Brazil secure the top spot in the first match of the day, Italy will do what ever they can to win today and avoid meeting them in semi final. Italy need a single set, with a 3-1 win for Russia being the good outcome for both opponents.

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