Yazd, Iran, September 15, 2024 – Foolad Sirjan Iranian secured their second Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championship title after a commanding victory over hosts Shahdab Yazd Cultural and Athletic Club, defeating their fellow Iranian club 3-0 (25-20, 25-18, 25-23) in an electric final on Sunday.
The win at the packed stadium in Yazd cemented Foolad Sirjan’s dominance in the tournament, having entered the final unbeaten, just like their opponents.
The much-anticipated showdown between the two Iranian clubs was a rematch of the Iranian Super League final, where Foolad Sirjan also triumphed over Shahdab Yazd. The same result repeated on the continental stage, leaving Shahdab Yazd to finish as the runners-up. Despite the heartbreak of losing at home, Shahdab Yazd also secured a coveted spot at the upcoming FIVB Men’s Club World Championship in India, alongside Foolad Sirjan Iranian.
The final match lived up to expectations, with both teams boasting five victories leading up to the clash. Foolad Sirjan’s combination of physical power and tactical precision ultimately proved too much for Shahdab Yazd, as the defending Super League champions kept their composure throughout the game, much to the dismay of the local fans, who had hoped their home team could claim the title.
Nevertheless, the local support was unwavering as Shahdab Yazd displayed moments of brilliance, particularly in the third set, but they were unable to overcome the well-rounded performance of Foolad Sirjan Iranian.
This victory marked Foolad Sirjan Iranian’s second triumph at the Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championship, their first being in 2021 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, where they defeated Al-Arabi Sports Club of Qatar 3-1 in the final.
Bronze Medal Match: Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi Outclass Pavlodar Volleyball Club
Earlier in the day, Jakarta Bhayangkara Presisi of Indonesia, silver medallists at the previous edition in Manama, Bahrain last year, delivered an impressive performance to claim the bronze medal, beating Pavlodar Volleyball Club of Kazakhstan 3-0 (25-15, 25-14, 25-19).
The Indonesian club, spearheaded by French Olympians Earvin Ngapeth and Jean Patry, displayed their class and resilience on the court, dominating the match from start to finish. The team’s determination to secure a podium finish was evident as they consistently outplayed their Kazakh opponents, who struggled to match the pace and skill of the Indonesian side.
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