As predicted by experts and fans, the final match of VTV Cup 2025 is a rematch between the Vietnamese women's volleyball team and Korabelka (Russia). Both teams had impressive performances in the tournament and were worthy of reaching the final.

In the semi-finals, Korabelka defeated the Philippines 3-1. The Russian team made good use of their height advantage, their attacking style was varied and their defense was also commendable.

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Korabelka is the defending champion of the tournament. Photo: SN

Meanwhile, the Vietnamese women's volleyball team did not encounter many difficulties against Taiwan (China) in the semi-finals. Thanh Thu and her teammates won 3-0, thereby continuing their winning streak from the group stage.

Even before the final match, coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet's team had not lost a set, and was the team with the highest score in the tournament up to this point. Ahead of the team was the most important match - defeating Korabelka and lifting the Championship Cup at home.

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Vietnam women's volleyball team determined to get revenge on their opponents. Photo: SN

In last year's final, the Vietnamese women's volleyball team was easily defeated after 3 sets. However, this time the story may be different, as coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet's team is in very good form, possessing the strongest force at the moment, with an attack line of excellent hitters such as Tran Thi Thanh Thuy, Bich Tuyen, Bich Thuy, Vy Thi Nhu Quynh...

Coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet assessed that the final match will be very tense, requiring the athletes to have the highest concentration. In addition to careful preparation in terms of skills and mentality, the Vietnamese women's volleyball team is empowered by the enthusiastic cheers of the home audience at Vinh Phuc Stadium (Phu Tho). The final night will certainly be full of emotions and become memorable for Thanh Thuy, Bich Tuyen and their teammates.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/nhan-dinh-tuyen-bong-chuyen-nu-vn-vs-korabelka-19h30-ngay-5-7-2418397.html