Volleyball Olympics 2024: Semis Recap and Final Schedule

It has been quite a smashing journey for the players in the volleyball Olympics 2024. This action-packed tournament has seen reigning champions dethroned, teams battling for their first event title and old records being shattered. Now, with just the bronze and gold medal matches left on the schedule, the excitement among volleyball fans is mounting high. If you are looking for the final schedule or need an update about the semi-finals, our simple guide is here for your rescue. Let’s get started, shall we?

Indoor Volleyball Olympics 2024: Men’s Events

The men’s indoor semi-finals of the volleyball Olympics took place on August 7. Here is a quick recap of both the matches.

Poland Breaks 48-Year Dry Spell to Reach the Final

Poland finally returned to the men’s volleyball final after a drought of 48 years at the Paris Olympics 2024, defeating the United States. Their exceptional attacks enabled them to win three out of five sets at the South Paris Arena 1. 

The first four sets produced a tie, creating a thrilling atmosphere among the spectators. But the last tie-breaker set proved in favor of the Polish with a 3-2 (25-23, 25-27, 14-25, 25-23, 15-13) victory. 

“I’m very happy to know that we’ll get a medal here in Paris, but I want gold. And I think our moment has come to take it,” commented Wilfredo Leon, the Polish outside hitter.

The Hosts’ Victory Keeps them in the Race to Defend Olympic Title

The French men fruitfully defended the Olympic title they won at the Tokyo Olympics three years ago. It was a three-set event where Les Bleus prevailed right from the first one. As the match ended with a 3-0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-21) victory, the French fan chants echoed in the South Paris Arena 1. 

“In the final, we need to do as we did today. We’ll prepare well and try to deliver another performance like this,” said the Frech outside hitter, Earvin Ngapeth, after the semi-final.

Upcoming Matches

Italy will clash against the US for a thrilling bronze medal match. Italy holds three silver and three bronze medals to its name, while the USA has won three gold medals in the history of the volleyball Olympics. Meanwhile, Poland will face France in what promises to be an epic battle. 

These two nations last met at the Volleyball Nations League 2024 semifinals, where the hosts claimed victory. While France is the defending champion of the Tokyo Olympics 2020, Poland holds the European championship title. The two volleyball titans will meet on August 10, and it will definitely be a spectacular match to witness.

Viewers in the UK can stream the men’s indoor volleyball Olympic matches on BBC, Eurosport and discovery+. Here’s the complete schedule of the upcoming gold and bronze medal events.

Indoor Volleyball Olympics 2024: Women’s Events

The women’s indoor semi-finals of the volleyball Olympics took place on August 8. Here is a quick recap of both the matches.

The US Stays in the Race as Reigning Champion

Reigning champion, the USA, faced Brazil in a 5-set thriller that ended with a 3-2 (25-23, 18-25, 25-15, 23-25, 15-11) American victory. After a tie in the fourth set, the crowd’s nerves were frayed as the fifth set advanced, but the USA made sure they stayed in the race.

After their win the American outside hitter, Kathryn Plummer said, “I’m still a little bit in disbelief. There’s a lot of joy that we’re going for our dream of trying to get another gold medal.”

Italy Seal a Spot in the First-Ever Olympic Final

Italy created history and entered the Olympics final for the first time ever. It was the second meet within four days for the two nations, as the Italians prevailed throughout the three-set event on August 8, against Türkiye. The match ended with a 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 25-22) Italian victory at the semi-finals in the South Paris Arena 1.

Upcoming Matches

Brazil and Türkiye will go head-to-head for the bronze medal on August 10. The Brazil women’s team clinched back-to-back gold medals in 2008 and 2012, while the USA got silver in both events. So, their meet for bronze this year is eagerly awaited.

On the other hand, Italy, which has appeared for the seventh consecutive time in the Olympics, will clash against the defending champion, the USA. As both the teams have their eyes on the gold, fans are keenly looking forward to this thrilling showdown.

Viewers in the UK can stream the women’s indoor volleyball Olympic matches on BBC, Eurosport and discovery+. Here’s the complete schedule of the upcoming gold and bronze medal events.

Beach Volleyball Olympics 2024: Women’s Events

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The women’s beach semi-finals of the volleyball Olympics took place on August 8. Here is a quick recap of both the matches.

Melissa and Brandie Seal a Spot in the Final

The Canadian duo, Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson clashed against the Swiss duo, Tanja Huberli and Nina Brunner and emerged with a 2-1 (14-21, 22-20, 15-12) victory. After Switzerland won the first set, the Canadians made a spectacular comeback in the second set and prevailed in the third one.

“We can stand with our heads proud that we have that opportunity for a medal, but we won’t lose sight that the gold is our goal,” expressed Melissa after the match.

Brazil Book a Ticket for the Finals with a Three-Set Victory

The Brazilians Ana Patricia Ramos and Eduarda Santos Lisboa (Duda) secured a 2-1 (20-22, 21-15, 15-12) victory over Australia’s Mariafe Artacho Del Solar and Taliqua Clancy, the silver medalists of the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The first set ended in favour of the Australians, but the Brazilian comeback in the second and third sets ensured their spot in the finals.

“It’s a dream coming true! It’s the realisation of everything we worked for,” expressed a joyous Ana Patricia after the game.

Upcoming Matches

The Australian duo Artacho del Solar Mariafe and Clancy Taliqua will clash against the Swiss pair Hueberli Tanja and Brunner Nina in the bronze medal match. In the Tokyo Olympics 2020, Australia had clinched silver, while Switzerland won bronze. It will be an exciting game to witness whether the Swiss pair will defend their title or the Aussie duo will take it from them.

In the finals, the Brazilian pair Silva Ramos Ana Patricia and Santos Lisboa Eduarda will have a tense face-off against the Canadian duo Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson. Canada is competing for its first-ever medal in the women’s beach volleyball event, while Brazil will play to take back the gold they won in 1996. This highly anticipated encounter at the Eiffel Tower Centre Court will be an absolute delight for the fans.

Viewers in the UK can stream the women’s beach volleyball Olympic matches on BBC, Eurosport and discovery+. Here’s the complete schedule of the upcoming gold and bronze medal events.

Beach Volleyball Olympics 2024: Men’s Events

The men’s beach semi-finals of the volleyball Olympics took place on August 8. Here is a quick recap of both the matches.

Ehlers and Wickler Win Over Defending Champions Mol and Sorum

The Germans, Nils Ehlers and Clemens Wickler made their way into the finals after a 2-1 (21-13, 17-21, 15-13) victory against Anders Mol and Christian Sorum of Norway. After the three-set event, the German pair became the second one in its nation’s history to make it to the men’s Olympics final.

“It’s unbelievable! It’s a dream coming true! We will see if it’s gold or silver. I think both would be amazing for our federation, for our country. And we are so happy that we could make it happen,” commented an ecstatic Ehlers after the semi-final.

Swedish Duo, Ahman and Hellvig, Celebrates a Two-Set Victory Against Qatar

The last semi-final of beach volleyball established a two-set win within 38 minutes. The pair from Sweden, David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig clinched a  2-0 (21-13, 21-17) victory over Qatar’s Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan, bronze medallists of the Tokyo Olympics 2020.

“I can’t really believe it, but we’re in the final. It will take some time to realize that we made it,” commented Hellvig after the match.

Upcoming Matches

The bronze medal match will see a duel between the Norwegian pair Mol and Sorum against Cherif and Ahmed of Qatar. While Norway was the gold medallist in 2020, Qatar had won bronze. It will be interesting to see who clinches bronze this time.

Meanwhile, the final men’s beach volleyball clash of Germany’s Ehlers and Wickler against Ahman and Hellvig of Sweden will be quite a thrilling meet at the Eiffel Tower Stadium. Both pairs have pulled off incredible performances in the tournament making this match a significant one in the Olympics 2024.

Viewers in the UK can stream the men’s beach volleyball Olympic matches on BBC, Eurosport and discovery+. Here’s the complete schedule of the upcoming gold and bronze medal events.

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