Hey sports fans! 🏐
In an exciting volleyball match on Thursday, China faced Poland at the FIVB Women’s Nations League in Beijing. It was a tough game, but Poland won 3-1 in sets (25-22, 20-25, 25-19, 25-21).
Poland’s Star Players ⭐
Two fantastic players from Poland, Magdalena Stysiak and Martyna Czyrnianska, each scored 20 points! Their captain, Agnieszka Korneluk, added 17 points, and another teammate, Aleksandra Gryka, scored 12 points. Together, they helped their team secure the victory.
China’s Comeback Effort 💪
After losing the first set, China fought back hard in the second set. They made some changes to their lineup and started using quick attacks and strong blocks. Players Tang Xin and Wu Mengjie played really well, helping China win the second set!
Top Scorers for China 🇨🇳
Zhuang Yushan scored 17 points for China, while Wu Mengjie added 13 points. Tang Xin scored 12 points overall and was especially great in the second set, earning 7 points!
Tang Xin, who is 21 years old, said, “At the beginning, I felt I played even better than in training! But later, I got too excited and lost focus a bit. Poland adjusted quickly, and I had trouble keeping up.”
A Close Battle ⚔️
In the third set, both teams were neck-and-neck at first. But Poland pulled ahead with strong defense and steady play. The fourth set was thrilling! China started strong with a 3-0 lead, but Poland caught up and kept a small lead until the end.
Coach’s Thoughts 🎤
Poland’s coach, Stefano Lavarini, shared, “We’re very happy with this win. We knew it would be tough because China’s players are really talented. Even though they are young, they have great skills and spirit.”
What’s Next? 🚀
With this win, Poland has two victories in Beijing, while China has one win and one loss. Both teams will rest on Friday and get ready for more matches over the weekend. Stay tuned for more volleyball action!
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China lose to Poland in FIVB Women's Nations League in Beijing
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