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09-16 21:30

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Belgium scored a major upset by defeating Italy 3-2 in a five-set World Championship classic on September 16, 2025. The 21:30 match delivered high drama as the Belgian squad outlasted one of the tournament favorites in a marathon encounter. Italy, known for their technical prowess, took the first set, but Belgium responded with fierce determination to level. The teams traded blows, with Italy seeming to seize control by winning the third. Unfazed, Belgium fought back to take the fourth, forcing a decider. In the tense fifth set, Belgium's players executed under pressure, with their outside hitters delivering crucial kills to seal a famous victory. This result shakes up the group standings and announces Belgium as a serious contender, while Italy faces unexpected early pressure.