Trentino BetClic sidelines Paykan to play in the final of Men’s Club World Championship
The defending champions Trentino BetClic earned the semi-final victory against Paykan Tehran by posting 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, and 25-17). The Al-Gharafa Sports Hall in Doha, Qatar echoed the happy slogans of Italian fans on Monday, December 20, 2010. The wonderful
team of Trentino BetClic rocked the podium with straight sets’ victory. The incredible show of defending champions was witnessed by 1’655 spectators. The match lasted for 1 hour and 18 minutes.
First Set
The semi-finalists were equipped with all necessary tips and tricks of game. Payman Akberi’s team was excited to play at this level. Amir Hosseini of Paykan Tehran placed his players in unique positions. The match was opened with an exchange of fast serves.
Trentino BetClic’s Osmany Juantorena grabbed the ball and took a bigger run to serve the ball. He put away the ball with great skill. The first shot dropped in Paykan’s half and Italian side benefitted from it. Afterwards, Osmany and Kaziyski formed a good
offensive attack and stormed Paykan’s half. Andrea Sala of Italy put up a valiant effort against Iranian strikers. He put his hands up in the air at almost every other shot. Trentino BetClic tried to take lead in the game but Iranian team didn’t let them stretch
the gap of points. First set continued in same fashion and inched its way to the end line. Paykan Tehran fought bravely but couldn’t stop the defending champions to secure the first set. Paykan suffered the set back with 2-point margin and lost first set at
23-25.
Second Set
Iranian team tried to cover the deficit in second set. The Asian Champions attacked aggressively and worked out nice points in the beginning. Arash Keshavarzi joined hands with Hesam Bakhsheshi and struggled to hit the equalizer in second set. However, Italian
side was aware of the potential reaction of Iranian players after the loss of first set. So they were ready to take up the challenge. Italian defenders poised their feet and avoided any reception errors. Italy remained ahead in the game with better defence
and explosive attacking, while Iran failed to tie the score in second set. They posted 25-19 and clinched success over Paykan.
Third Set
Third set was another display of wonderful game by Trentino BetClic. The Italian team worked out great shots with the help of Osmany and Kaziyski, which enabled Italy to win third set. Trentino BetClic’s squad qualified for the final of Club World Championship
2010.
Top Scorers
Osmany Kaziyski of Trentino BetClic topped the scoring chart with 13 points. He contributed the valuable points in his team’s score via 18 attack attempts and 15 serves. The player wearing the number 5 shirt played vital role in Italy’s victory in the point-to-point
battle. Likewise, Bazargardi Seyed Mehdi was the best scorer in Iranian squad. He registered 12 points through 29 attack attempts. Rest of the Iranian players remained lower than 10 points in the game but Metey Kaziyski of Italy scored 10 points.
The Italian club Trentino BetClic is now settled for the deadly clash with their arch rivals PGE Skra Belchatow of Poland in the final match today (Tuesday, 21 December 2010). It will be the all-European once again as both teams played the final Men’s Club
World Championship last year. Trentino BetClic has better record against PGE Skra Belchatow. However, it is bit too soon to say anything about the potential winner of Club World Championship. The Italians are enjoying a good form but Poles are also ready for
revenge. The final match, which is about to start in a few hours will surely be a great match to watch.
Keep your fingers crossed!
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