Brazil advanced to semi finals

 

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, July 24, 2007.- Brazil advanced to the semi finals of the Men’s Volleyball Tournament by sweeping Cuba  25-23, 25-20 y 25-20 in Pool A. The second victory without losses assures the Brazilians one spot in the next phase.

 

Giba Godoy led the Brazilians with 16 points, Andre Nascimento added 11, and Rodrigo Santana had 10. Cubans Michael Sanchez and Roberlandy Simon had 14 and 11 respectively.

 

The first set was very close and was tied 22-22 with Cuba showing great blocking. From that point on, Brazil had better defense and relied on its counter attacks to win it in 24 minutes.

 

In the next two sets, Brazil enjoyed good serves plus monumental defense and Cuba was never a threat.

 

Now Canada and Cuba will meet on Wednesday to decide the other team of Pool A in the semi final round.