Japan faced a tough challenge from Vietnam throughout the match. The Vietnamese players gave the back-to-back champions a strong competition, winning the opening set with a score of 25-21. Japan quickly bounced back and dominated the second set, winning with a commanding score of 25-14. In the third set, although Vietnam initially kept up with a tie, Japan took control and secured a 25-22 victory. In a dramatic turn of events, Vietnam turned the game around in the fourth set, scoring five consecutive points and eventually winning the set with a score of 25-20. This forced the match into a decisive fifth set. Japan took an early lead, but Vietnam showed resilience and narrowed the score. However, Japan remained composed during critical moments and ultimately won with a score of 15-11. This fourth-place finish is Vietnam’s best-ever result at the Asian Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship, surpassing their previous fifth-place finishes in 2015 and 2017. Thailand claimed the Asian title, remaining unbeaten, while China and Japan also secured spots in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter to stay updated on the latest news about Vietnam!

Vietnamese players compete during their third-place playoff against Japan at the 2023 Asian Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship in Thailand, September 6, 2023. Photo: SSM

Vietnamese players compete during their third-place playoff against Japan at the 2023 Asian Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship in Thailand, September 6, 2023. Photo: SSM
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