Vietnam coach is preparing his squad for what could be a breakthrough moment at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship in Thailand. The rising Asian team faces Germany on Monday in what many consider the key match of Pool G that could determine who advances to the eighthfinals alongside favorites Poland.
Though Germany remains the frontrunner for the second qualification spot from the pool, they would be making a serious mistake by underestimating their opponents. Vietnam already demonstrated their potential in their opening match against mighty Poland, showing they're not in Thailand just to participate.
Monday's fourth competition day features crucial matchups across all pools, with several teams potentially securing eighthfinal berths. In Pool E, heavyweights Canada and Turkiye could book their tickets to the next round if they overcome Spain and Bulgaria respectively.
Pool F presents another interesting scenario where Dominican Republic and Mexico will battle in what looks like a direct fight for second place behind China. The Mexicans impressed in their opener against the Chinese powerhouse and will be eager to build on that performance.
"This could be our moment to make history," a Vietnamese player might be thinking as they prepare for their crucial match against the Germans in Phuket.
Meanwhile, defending two-time world champions Serbia face Cameroon in Pool H, while Japan takes on Ukraine in what could be another decisive encounter. The European side has enjoyed a successful season so far, winning the CEV Volleyball European Golden League and qualifying for the 2026 Volleyball Nations League.
Interestingly, if all favorites win on Monday, several pools could have their eighthfinalists determined with a day to spare. But volleyball is unpredictable – just ask Colombia, who will face China with the faintest hope of pulling off what would be a sensational upset.
Can Vietnam seize their moment against Germany? Or will the Europeans assert their dominance and move closer to qualification? Monday promises to deliver answers and perhaps a few surprises as the World Championship plot thickens.
