The MOA Arena will host pivotal Pool A and Pool H matchups in the 2025 FIVB Men's Volleyball World Championship on Tuesday, September 16.
The Mall of Asia Arena will once again be the stage for a pivotal set of matches in the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship on Tuesday, Sept. 16, featuring crucial battles in Pools H and A.
The day begins at 10:00 a.m. with a Pool H clash between Brazil and the Czech Republic.
Both squads are coming off opening-day victories, with Brazil dispatching China and the Czechs pulling off a stunning upset of Serbia. The winner will take control of the group standings with a 2-0 start.
At 1:30 p.m., Pool A action resumes with Tunisia facing Iran. Tunisia opened its campaign with a victory over the Philippines, while Iran aims to recover after stumbling against Egypt.
A Tunisian win would push them closer to the Round of 16, while Iran looks to avoid a 0-2 hole.
The 5:30 p.m. primetime slot will feature the host Philippines taking on Egypt.
The Filipinos are aiming for a breakthrough upset after their opening loss to Tunisia, while the Egyptians hope to solidify their position in Pool A with a second straight win.
Capping the night at 9:00 p.m., Serbia and China meet in Pool H, both seeking redemption after winless starts.
Serbia dropped a surprising opener to the Czech Republic, while China fell to Brazil. A loss would leave either side in danger of early elimination.
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[Editor’s note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]