At 15h00, the Vietnam women's volleyball team will face the Philippines women's volleyball team in the second leg of the Southeast Asia - SEA V.League 2024.
Earlier, the team led by coach Nguyễn Tuấn Kiệt had a smooth start with a 3-1 victory over Indonesia. However, it is fair to say that the Vietnamese women had to struggle hard to defeat their opponents in the first leg.
In the first set, Bích Tuyền and her teammates easily won with a score of 25-15. However, in the second set, Indonesia quickly tied the score when the Vietnamese women's volleyball team played poorly, making many mistakes and losing points.
In the meantime, in sets 3 and 4, the Vietnamese women were always in a situation where they were being chased by their opponents before winning with a thrilling score.
It is easy to see that at many times, the coordination between the players on the court was lacking, especially in the attacking passes. When they were leading, the players had mental issues, leading to a lack of clarity in handling situations.
Therefore, before entering the second round against the Philippines, the Vietnam women's volleyball team needs to improve their mental preparation and focus as much as possible. This is also a point that coach Nguyễn Tuấn Kiệt often reminds his players before each match.
The challenge for the Vietnamese women will be more difficult when facing the Philippines in the second round. They had a successful first leg, winning third place in the tournament for the first time in history.
Compared to the FIVB Challenger Cup 2024 over a month ago, the Philippines team has improved in terms of personnel and expertise.
Under the guidance of coach Jorge Edson De Brito, the Philippines team has become a difficult opponent with a reasonable strategy and attacking power on both wings. They have quality hitters like Cherry Ann, Mereophe, Janine Shirley, and Palomata Dell...
In the first leg, the Philippines created many challenges for the Vietnam women's volleyball team. They played fiercely to win the second set, before losing 1-3 in the end.
However, this is also a warning for the team led by coach Nguyễn Tuấn Kiệt heading into the second leg, when the opponent can create another surprise.
