In the second leg of the women's volleyball Europa League 1/4 final, Scandicci defeated Potsdam of Germany 3-1 to advance to the semifinals in a home and away double.
Zhu Ting and Yao Di both started in this game, Zhu Ting scored 11 points in two games, and left the game to rest while ensuring that Scandicci advanced; Yao Di played the whole game and scored 3 points.
In the previous quarter-finals, Scandicci beat German club Schwerin 2-0 on aggregate at home and away to advance. In the quarterfinals, Scandicci challenged another Bundesliga powerhouse Potsdam. Scandicci won 3-0 in the first leg and returned home in the second leg, only needing to win two sets to eliminate his opponent.
In the first two games, Scandicci had an absolute advantage, using the power of the home court, he took the initiative, Zhu Ting played well on the offensive end, and the first pass and back row defense were also good, Scandicci won the first two sets 25-17 and 25-14.
After winning the first two games to secure promotion, Scandicci coach Barborini made adjustments to his starting line-up in all four positions except Yao Di, Washington and Castillo, and Zhu Ting came off the break. Despite losing 22-25 in the third game, Scandicci regained momentum in the fourth game to seal a 3-1 overall victory at 25-17. In this way, Scandicci beat Potsdam in both rounds and reached the semifinals.
In the semifinals, Scandicci's opponent will be Turkish Airlines Club, and the match will also adopt the "home and away + gold" format.
Source: CCTV Sports