In both semifinals, star power was a key factor for the teams that won their first leg matches. Novara, who came out on top in a thrilling five-set (25-22, 25-18, 29-31, 20-25, 15-12), 140-minute battle against Monza, there were stellar performances by opposite Ebrar Karakurt and outside hitter Nika Daalderop, who combined for 49 points. The Turkish player, who received the match’s MVP award, scored 29 points (22 kills, five aces, two blocks) while the Dutch player added 20 (18 kills, two aces).
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