Italy Dominates Iran 3-0 in Convincing Memorial Pasinato Performance
Treviso, Italy – The Italian men’s volleyball team delivered a commanding 3-0 victory (25-20, 25-22, 25-19) over Iran in the Memorial Pasinato friendly tournament, showcasing improved chemistry and determination under coach Ferdinando De Giorgi.
Match Highlights
- Strong Start: Italy controlled the first set with efficient attacks and solid blocking, limiting Iran’s star opposite Amin Esmaeilnezhad.
- Defensive Discipline: The Azzurri’s serve-receive and digging were far sharper than in recent matches, with libero Fabio Balaso providing stability.
- Balanced Attack: Alessandro Michieletto (15 points) and Yuri Romano (12 points) led the offense, while Gianluca Galassi dominated at the net with 4 blocks.
Key Takeaways
✅ Improved Cohesion – After inconsistent performances in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL), Italy looked more synchronized.
✅ Serving Pressure – The Azzurri’s aggressive serves disrupted Iran’s passing, leading to easy transition points.
✅ De Giorgi’s Adjustments – The coach’s decision to rotate younger players paid off, with Tommaso Rinaldi also contributing off the bench.
What’s Next?
Italy will face another friendly test ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics, where they aim to medal after a disappointing VNL run.
Final Word
This 3-0 sweep signals progress for De Giorgi’s squad. If they maintain this level, they could be a dark horse in Paris.
📊 Stats Leaders
- Points: Michieletto (15)
- Blocks: Galassi (4)
- Aces: Romano (2)
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