VNL 2021: Iran Suffers Bitter Loss against Australia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran was defeated against Australia 3-2 (23-25, 22-25, 25-23, 25-18, 15-12) at the start of 2021 Volleyball Nations League Week 4 on Tuesday.
Iran’s Bardia Saadat scored 16 points and O'Dea Trent from Australia grabbed 17 points.
Iran is scheduled to meet powerhouse Brazil on Wednesday and face Slovenia on Thursday.
The competition format is a single round robin pool with each of the 16 teams facing every other ahead of semifinals between the top four of the standings.
The semifinal winners will clash for the title, with the losers playing out for the bronze medal.
The tournament is being held in Rimini, Italy within a secure 'bubble' with all hygiene protocols in place to ensure the health and well-being of all athletes, officials and staff throughout the competition.