This Friday evening, as part of the 17th day of the Marmara SpikeLigue, the Eagles (7th), were challenging, in Palmeira, Poitiers (6th), a direct competitor for the playoffs. The match ended in a clear victory for Nice (3-0).
1st Set
The start of the match between Nice and Poitiers is tight, with high intensity from both sides. Both teams, which rely on young players, seem to manage the pressure of this big event well. The Niçois take a slight advantage with a first break at 11-9, then at 13-11. They confirm their lead a bit later, widening the gap to 21-16. Despite some attempts from Poitiers to come back to the score, the Eagles remain solid and win the first set 25-22. A good start for the Niçois, who showed their composure. However, Poitiers hasn’t said their last word, and everything remains open in the upcoming sets.
2nd Set
The second set starts somewhat like the first, with great intensity and balance between the two teams. Nice and Poitiers exchange blow for blow, without either taking the real advantage. But everything changes at 6-6. The Niçois raise their game, attack strongly, and take advantage of Poitiers’ mistakes to gradually pull away. They take the lead, but a moment of relaxation allows Poitiers to catch up at 14 all, reigniting the suspense. Despite this comeback, the Eagles do not get unsettled. They regain their rhythm, find their efficiency, and create some breathing space with a 3-point lead at 17-14. The end of the set is well managed by the Niçois, who remain solid and conclude without flinching with a score of 25-18.
3rd Set
As in the first two sets, the mano a mano continues. But this time, it is at 4-4 that the match shifts. The Niçois hit where it hurts. Poitiers struggles to find solutions to get back into the game, despite a tie at 15 all. Nevertheless, the Eagles continue to dominate the exchanges. Nice logically concludes the set, 25-23, and wins the match with a clear score of 3 sets to 0.
Important Statistics
Total match duration: 1h33
Final score: Poitiers 0-3 Nice
Top scorer for Nice: Nooa Martilla and Alexandros Raptis with 12 points
Top scorer for Poitiers: Simon Magnin with 10 points
See you next Saturday, against the second in the championship: Montpellier.
