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Volleyball: Poland win Nations League gold with 3-0 victory over Italy

03.08.2025 14:44
Poland’s men’s volleyball team clinched the 2025 Volleyball Nations League title with a commanding 3–0 victory over Italy in Sunday’s final in Ningbo, China. 
Poland defeats Italy to claim gold in mens Volleyball Nations League final, 3 August 2025
Poland defeats Italy to claim gold in men's Volleyball Nations League final, 3 August 2025Photo: Suo Xianglu/Xinhua News/East News

The world No. 1s won the sets 25:22, 25:19, and 25:14, securing their second VNL gold in dominant fashion.

Coached by Serbia’s Nikola Grbić, Poland had earlier knocked out Brazil in the semifinals.

Italy, competing in their first-ever VNL final, take home a historic silver medal—already their best result in the tournament.

Earlier in the day, Brazil claimed bronze with a 3–1 win over Slovenia (23:25, 25:20, 25:23, 25:19).

The final also decided the top spot in the FIVB world rankings, with Poland maintaining their lead ahead of Italy as the national team season heads into its next phase.

Polish Prime Minister praises "knockout" victory over Italy

"I've always supported our volleyball team, but I can't remember a knockaut like this," said Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, congratulating the team on their victory over Italy via social media.

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