Two victories in one day

19 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Poland volleyball wins twice in one day as the team beats France and Brazil, securing a spot in the Finals in Ningbo, China.

Poland volleyball wins twice in one calendar day as the national team defeated France 3:1 and earlier beat Brazil 3:0. Consequently, Poland secured a place in the Volleyball Nations League Finals in Ningbo, China.

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Match report: France 1, Poland 3

Poland started poorly against France and lost the first set 17:25. However, they regrouped in the second set. The score stayed close early. Moreover, France led 12:11 and 17:15. After an attack by Bartłomiej Bołądź, Poland reached 16:17. The opponents pushed hard. Consequently, France led 19:16 and forced coach Nikola Grbić to call a timeout.

Poland responded quickly. Bołądź and Kamil Semeniuk turned the momentum. They took a 23:21 lead. In addition, Wilfredo León returned to the court to finish the set. His block closed the second set 25:22. Poland built pressure in the third set. They trailed 16:20 but clawed back. León again made a key block at 23:19. Poland won the third set 25:21.

The fourth set started strongly for the White and Reds. They led 3:0 and later 5:2. Moreover, they kept growing their lead. Poland finished the set 25:18 and won the match 3:1.

Earlier victory and schedule

Earlier that same day Poland defeated Brazil 3:0. Marcin Komenda and Wilfredo León played key roles in that win. Consequently, Poland enjoyed two wins in Chicago’s tournament. The coaches rotated players between matches. Therefore, the team showed depth and tactical flexibility.

Poland now awaits a final pool match against hosts USA. The game will take place on Monday, July 20. Start time stands at 03:00 local Polish time. Many expats will need to plan for late night viewing. In addition, Poland already qualified for the Finals in Ningbo, China. The Finals run from July 29 to August 2 and use a knockout format.

Why this matters to foreign residents

This double win signals that Poland remains a top contender in international volleyball. Moreover, it proves the national squad can manage condensed travel and tight schedules. Consequently, fans in Poland and abroad can expect competitive play in the Finals. For expatriates, understanding match times matters. Many games start at unusual hours due to time zones. Therefore, check TV rights and streaming platforms early.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you live in Poland and follow matches live, expect odd hours due to US time zones. Moreover, local bars sometimes show big games. If you need public healthcare after an injury, use the National Health Fund (NFZ). Also, register for a PESEL if you plan long stays (PESEL is the national ID number used for many public services). Finally, keep in mind that ticketing and fan registration may require a Polish phone number or an online account tied to local details.

Poland played with a strong lineup. Notable contributors included Bołądź, Semeniuk, Komenda, and León. Moreover, the squad mixes veterans and new faces. Therefore, the team looks prepared to defend its title. Poland won the Nations League gold last year. Consequently, expectations remain high.

Fans should monitor travel arrangements for the Finals. In addition, teams will travel to Ningbo and adapt to local conditions. Poland has the depth to compete in knockout matches. However, other nations will bring top talent too.

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