In an extremely competitive match of the Volleyball Nations League, the Argentine national team achieved their second consecutive victory, after overcoming host Canada with a score of 3:2 (25-22, 21-25, 14-25, 25-22, 15-8). The match took place in Quebec, and Luciano Palonsky was the top scorer of the match with a total of 25 points.
First set: High start and tense finish
The Argentinians started strong and took a 10-6 and 13-9 lead thanks to good play from Gomez and Luengas. Subsequently, Palonsky intervened decisively with two key points in defense and counterattack to secure an 18-14 lead. However, Canada managed to catch up and tie the score at 20-20. A serve by Gomez and a receiving error by the Canadians brought Argentina the 25-22 victory.
Second set: Canada responds
The hosts came out more precise and aggressive in attack, and took an 8-4 lead. The difference grew to 17-12, while Argentina showed fluctuations. Despite the inclusion of Kukartsev and Vicentin from the bench, Canada dominated and closed the set 25-21.
Third set: Absolute Canadian dominance
Argentina could not find its rhythm, and the Canadians pulled away with 8-3 and 17-10. The Canadian team demonstrated greater power in attack and controlled the set, winning 25-14 against a wavering opponent.
Fourth set: The comeback
The set started evenly until 14-14, when the Argentinians began to dominate thanks to Gomez and Luengas. An ace by Palonsky and stable defensive play secured a 19-17 lead, and an attacking error by Canada brought Argentina success – 25-22.
Fifth set: Argentina asserts its will
The decisive set began with a 5-2 lead after strong actions by Gomez. Argentina continued confidently in defense and counterattack, led 12-6, and Luciano Palonsky finished strongly for 13-7. A serving error by Canada sealed the victory –15-8.
Main scorers for Argentina:
Matias Sanchez (1 pt.)
German Gomez (19 pts.)
Joaquin Gallego (5 pts.)
Agustin Loser (6 pts.)
Luciano Palonsky (25 pts.)
Ignacio Luengas
Substitutions:Matias Giraudo, Pablo Kukartsev, Luciano Vicentin, Nicolas Zerba
Key scorers for Canada:
Wassenar (Opposite) - 22 points
Hofer (Outside Hitter) - 17 points
Young (Outside Hitter) - 15 points
McCarthy (Captain, Middle Blocker) - 12 points
photo:volleyballworld.comSchnitzer (Middle Blocker) - 5 points
Today at 23:30Bulgarian time, the national team ofBulgariafacesArgentinain their third match of the tournament! A hotly contested and emotional encounter awaits us -don't miss it!
