In a riveting clash at the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League on Friday night, Japan triumphed over China with a score of 25-22, 19-25, 25-18, 25-17 in Macao.
The match saw a dramatic turn as the hosts managed to secure the second set after a narrow loss in the first. However, Japan bounced back with determination, clinching the next two sets to seal their victory.
Leading Japan's charge was captain Sarina Koga, who delivered an impressive performance with a game-high 25 points. On the Chinese side, Li Yingying showcased her skills, finishing with a team-high 23 points.
Reflecting on the match, Li Yingying commented, \"We played relatively passive in the whole game and did not have a good rhythm. Japan's defense was tenacious.\"
With this win, Japan has climbed the World Rankings, moving from eighth to seventh place, while China holds steady in sixth. Looking ahead, China is set to face Thailand on Saturday and Italy on Sunday in their upcoming matches.
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Volleyball: Japan upset China in Women's Nations League Macao
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