Georgi Tatarov scored 9 points (2 blocks), but his Grottazzolina is still waiting for its first victory, although it gave hope in the first part of the match before finally losing in the last two sets. Yuasa started with Petkovic as an opposite from the first point, while Tatarov was chosen as a receiver in place of the still not fully recovered Fedrizzi.
Cisterna is in good form after two consecutive victories in the last two rounds. Nevertheless, Grottazzolina started better, immediately putting pressure with their serve and building a good lead in the first set. Cisterna tried to come back and reduced the difference to two points, but coach Ortenzi's boys closed the set with an outstanding Petkovic. An important start in the second set for the visitors, who immediately took a +6 lead and seemed to control the situation. Yuasa, however, found a rhythm from the serve and reduced the difference to one point, missing the counterattack for 23-23, and Cisterna won with 23-25. The same scenario was repeated in the next set with an advantage for Cisterna, who managed to break away with quick play. This time there was no reaction from Grottazzolina, who attempted a timid sprint at the end, but it was not enough and Cisterna took a 2-1 lead in sets. In the fourth set, the difference again came from Cisterna's effective serve, which caused big problems for Yuasa's reception, forcing them to chase the result without finding a solution. Cisterna played freely, and Grottazzolina was forced to concede the set with 17-24 and gave the three points to the visiting team. The presence of the coach of the Italian national team, Ferdinando De Giorgi, on the sidelines is worth noting.
MVP: Michele Baranowicz (Cisterna Volley)
ATTENDANCE: 1,411
Today concludes the 9th round of SuperLega Credem Banca with the matches:
Sunday, November 24, 2024, 5:00 PM
Itas Trentino - Mint Vero Volley Monza
Live on DAZN and VBTV
Sunday, November 24, 2024, 6:00 PM
Gioiella Prisma Taranto - Cucine Lube Civitanova
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Sunday, November 24, 2024, 6:00 PM
Valsa Group Modena - Sonepar Padova
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Sunday, November 24, 2024, 6:00 PM
Allianz Milano - Sir Susa Vim Perugia
Venue change: Unipol Forum in Assago
Live on Rai Sport and VBTV
Sunday, November 24, 2024, 7:00 PM
Rana Verona - Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza
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