Gas Sales Bluenergy Volley Piacenza continues its march towards the Serie A1 title! The team defeated Rana Verona 3-1 in the third match of the quarter-final series and closed out the duel without conceding a single set to their opponent. With this victory, the "wolves" secured their place in the semi-finals, as well as participation in European club tournaments next year – whether it will be in the Champions League or the CEV Cup remains to be seen.

The first set started excellently for the hosts from Verona, who took a four-point lead after an ace by Mozic. Piacenza had difficulties early on, committing several errors on serve and in attack. Verona's stable play allowed them to maintain high attacking efficiency (84%) and convincingly win the set 25:16.

The second part was completely different. Piacenza found its rhythm and began to dictate the tempo. The block worked at full capacity, and two consecutive aces by Mandiraci increased the guests' lead. Verona tried to get back into the set, but Romano's ace put an end to the dispute – 25:17 for Piacenza.

The third set was even until the middle, when Piacenza made its move. A block by Galassi, an ace by Romano, and Simon's stable performance gave the guests a lead that they did not relinquish until the end – 25:20.

In the fourth set, Piacenza gave the opponent no chances. The powerful serve of the "red and whites" shattered Verona's reception, and Maar and Mandiraci finished what they started in attack. Despite the hosts' attempts to get back into the match, Piacenza closed the encounter with 7 match points and a 25:19 victory.

The next opponent will be determined between Trento and Cisterna. Who will stand in the way of the "wolves"? 🏐🔥

Match Statistics:

Rana Verona 1 – Gas Sales Bluenergy Volley Piacenza 3
(25-16, 17-25, 20-25, 19-25)

Rana Verona:
Zingel 3, Keita 21, Mozic 6, Cortesia 7, Abaev 1, Sani 13, D'Amico (L), Vitelli 4, Spirito, Ewert 1, Jensen 5.
Did not play: Chavalier, Bonisoli (L), Zanotti.
Coach: Simonini.

Gas Sales Bluenergy Volley Piacenza:
Mandiraci 17, Simon 12, Romano 14, Maar 15, Galassi 7, Brizard 4, Scanferla (L), Bovolenta.
Did not play: Salsi, Kovacevic, Ricci, Andringa, Gueye, Loretti (L).
Coach: Travica.

Referees:Pozzato (Bolzano), Zanussi (Treviso).
Set Duration:23’, 27’, 27’ and 29’ (total 116’).
Spectators: 5104.
MVP:Yuri Romano.

📊Team statistics:
Rana Verona:
Service errors – 16
Aces – 9
Block points – 3
Attack errors – 6
Reception – 42% (26% perfect)
Attack – 54%

Gas Sales Bluenergy Volley Piacenza:
Service errors – 15
Aces – 10
Block points – 12
Attack errors – 4
Reception – 61% (33% perfect)
Attack – 55%