Iran’s Paykan Sweeps Ahly at FIVB Men’s Club World Championship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Paykan of Iran overpowered Ahly Sporting Club from Egypt 3-0 (25-19, 25-20, 25-15) in its opening match at the FIVB Men’s Club World Championship.
The solid display allowed the Asian side to move closer to a semifinal spot in Betim.
Paykan’s Farhad Ghaemi was the most prolific scorer on his side, with 14 points - the same amount than Egyptian opposite Ahmed El Kotb on Ahly.
However, Paykan also seized a fine performance from Amir Ghafour, who nailed 12 kills.
Paykan will play Argentina’s UPCN San Juan in Pool B on Thursday.
Pool A consists of Brazilian Sada Cruzeiro, Zenit Kazan of Russia and Arecibo Capitanes Club of Puerto Rico.