At the end of the afternoon of this Saturday 13th, the Conegliano showed why they are the best team in the world. Before the Osascothe team Gabi Guimarães sought a turnaround in the semi-final of the Volleyball Club World Cup and won by three sets to one, partials of 21/25, 25/23, 25/16 and 25/16. Guaranteed in the decision, the Italians will face Scandicci, in a match which will take place this Sunday 14, at 4:30 p.m. (return time). Brasilia).
Osasco entered the field ready to ignore any favoritism from Conegliano. The Brazilian team showed strength in all fundamentals, especially serving and returning the ball. Thus, he managed to contain the main weapons of the Italian team, neutralizing names like Haak And Gaby. This confident performance resulted in the score: 25 to 21 in the first half, with Caitie Baird as the top scorer.
In the following set, Osasco maintained his high level of performance. With offensive efficiency and good volume of play, he was at the top of the scoreboard most of the time and led 22-18, showing signs that he would win the second set. Conegliano’s reaction, however, changed the situation. A decisive sequence of services Zhu put the Italians back in the match, and the turnaround was confirmed at 25 to 23, with Gaby noting the point.
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The sequence of the match between Osasco and Conegliano
The confidence Conegliano gained after his comeback in the second set was evident in the third set. More regular in delivering the ball, the Italian team began to dictate the pace and take the advantage on the scoreboard. Osasco even tried to react, but ended up being penalized for his opponents’ mistakes and greater volume. More participatory, Gabi took the lead, shone in the decisive moments and was a key player in the 25 to 16.
In the fourth set, Osasco started to be competitive again and had the support of the fans in the Pacaembu ArenaIn Sao Paulo. However, Gabi and company showed more solidity and efficiency to close the match and confirm their place in the final of the Volleyball Club World Cup. It should be noted that this Sunday 14, the fight for third place will take place Beach club and the São Paulo team from 1 p.m. The final will take place at 4:30 p.m.
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