Oman today_ On an exhilarating night filled with lights, music, and excitement, Italy’s men’s national volleyball team once again claimed the FIVB World Championship title. In the final match against Bulgaria, held in front of a passionate crowd at MOA Arena, the Azzurri secured victory with scores of 25-21, 25-17, 17-25, and 25-10, repeating their 2022 championship triumph.
Yuri Romano played a starring role in the win, scoring 22 points, including 16 spikes and 5 aces. After an outstanding set from Micileto, his consecutive and precise serves widened the gap from 18-16 to 23-16, completely shifting the momentum of the match. His five consecutive aces, reminiscent of scenes from a fantastical cartoon, dramatically altered the course of the game.
Bulgaria’s efforts to turn the match around proved futile, as Romano’s powerful serves and precise attacks, combined with the team’s masterful tactics, paved the way for Italy’s fifth world championship.