LPBank Ninh Binh advance to semifinals of VTV9 - Binh Dien Cup

Having already booked a place in the semifinals with earlier wins over Suwon and Gunma Green Wings, head coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet opted to field a second-string lineup for Hanoi Tasco Auto.

Meanwhile, Ninh Binh entered the match under immense pressure, needing not only a victory but also a convincing margin of at least two sets, along with a superior points ratio, to keep their semifinal hopes alive.

The high stakes appeared to affect Ninh Binh early on, as they struggled in the opening set and fell 19-25 to Hanoi. However, the Ninh Binh side responded emphatically in the following sets, dominating their opponents to claim three straight victories with scores of 25-12, 25-14, and 25-15.

The result lifted Ninh Binh level with Hanoi Tasco Auto on six points. Thanks to a better points ratio, the former capital club edged past Gunma Green Wings to secure the final semifinal berth.

The semi-finals of the international women’s volleyball tournament will see LPBank Ninh Binh face Jiangsu at 20:00 on May 20, while VTV Binh Dien Long An will take on Hanoi Tasco Auto at 20:00 on May 21./.