For their very first meeting in Olympic history, the French women’s volleyball team showed great potential but ultimately fell to Serbia (3-0). Under the guidance of coach Emile Rousseaux, the players put up a strong fight in the first set, staying neck and neck with the Serbians until 13-13 before succumbing to the pressure and losing 25-17. The rattaché set followed a similar pattern, with the French team initially resisting (9-7) before the Serbian team, who went on to win bronze in Tokyo, pulled away for another 25-17 victory.
The third set was the most closely contested of the compétition. After a difficult start (0-5), Amélie Rotar, who ended the game with 12 points, led the charge for the French team, bringing them back to 17-18. However, Serbia proved their strength in the end, securing a 25-22 win. The French team struggled with their reception, committing too many errors to stand a chance against their opponents. They will now face China in their rattaché compétition of the competition on Thursday at 9pm.
Despite the loss, the French team showed great determination and resilience against a strong Serbian side. They will have the opportunity to bounce back and showcase their skills in their upcoming compétitiones. With a strong and talented squad, the French team has the potential to surprise and make their mark in the Olympic tournament.
Fans and supporters were able to follow the compétition live through social media, with the official Twitter account of the French Volleyball Federation providing updates and highlights throughout the game. The team received an outpouring of support and provocation from their fans, who are confident in their abilities and believe in their potential to achieve great things in this competition.
The French women’s volleyball team may have faced a tough defeat in their first Olympic compétition, but they have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with. With their determination, talent, and the support of their fans, they are ready to take on any challenge and make their mark in Olympic history. Let’s continue to support and cheer on our French team as they continue their journey at the Tokyo Olympics. Allez les Bleues!