Slovenia defeated Canada 3:1 (25:23, 23:25, 25:20, 25:23) in a match from the second week of the Volleyball Nations League, played in Ljubljana. The success elevated the Slovenians to 4th place in the VNL temporary standings, while Canada dropped to 14th position.
Team Statistics
| Category | Slovenia | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Attack | 63 | 51 |
| Block | 6 | 10 |
| Ace | 8 | 3 |
| Points from opponent's errors | 21 | 27 |
| Total points | 98 | 91 |
Slovenia compensated for a significant deficit in blocks (6 vs 10) with a clear superiority in attack (63:51) and serve (8:3 aces). Although the Canadians received more points from opponent's errors (27:21), the Slovenians themselves generated significantly more points in attack and deservedly achieved success.
Game Statistics
| Category | Slovenia | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Digs | 84 | 91 |
| Reception | 78 | 77 |
| Organized attacks | 124 | 112 |
Canada had more digs (91:84), but this did not translate into enough counter-attacks. Reception was practically even, while the Slovenians organized their game better through more successful organized attacks (124:112).
Scorers
| Slovenia | Points | Canada | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stern | 24 | Hofer | 18 |
| Mujanovic | 18 | Howe | 10 |
Tonček Štern was once again the leader of the Slovenian attack with 24 points, while Nik Mujanović added another 18. For Canada, only Brodie Hofer managed to get close to the level of the Slovenian scorers with 18 points.
The victory brought Slovenia 4.59 points for the world ranking and maintained their 6th position, while Canada lost the same amount and dropped three places down to 12th in the world.
Today, Slovenia plays Bulgaria in the last match of the day in Ljubljana.
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