In an electrifying clash at Beijing's National Indoor Stadium, Poland shocked China with a 3-1 win in the FIVB Women's Nations League. Fans witnessed a rollercoaster match filled with swift tactical shifts, tight rallies, and standout performances from both teams. 🏐
China, determined to bounce back after a close first set, showed great spirit by adjusting their lineup and amping up their defense. Star players Tang Xin and Wu Mengjie helped level the match, supported by Zhuang Yushan who scored a team-high 17 points. Despite these efforts, Poland's precision and consistency made the difference. Opposite Magdalena Stysiak and outside hitter Martyna Czyrnianska each piled up 20 points, while captain Agnieszka Korneluk and middle blocker Aleksandra Gryka added crucial scores to secure the win.
Reflecting on her performance, 21-year-old Tang said, "At the beginning, I felt I performed even better than I did in training, but later on, I got a bit too excited and started to lose focus." Poland's head coach Stefano Lavarini praised his team's smart adaptations, especially in the third and fourth sets, where quick defensive moves and tactical service adjustments helped overturn China's early momentum.
With the victory, Poland now stands at 2-0 in this leg while China sits at 1-1. Both sides will take a rest day on Friday before gearing up for more high-voltage action over the weekend. 💥
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China lose to Poland in FIVB Women's Nations League in Beijing
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