Pakistan Faces Narrow Defeat Against Argentina in Five-Set Thriller – Maintains Top Spot in Pool A

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Pakistan Faces Narrow Defeat Against Argentina in Five-Set Thriller – Maintains Top Spot in Pool A

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July 29, 2025
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Date: 29 July 2025
Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Pakistan Faces Narrow Defeat Against Argentina in Five-Set Thriller – Maintains Top Spot in Pool A

The Pakistan U19 Men’s Volleyball Team played their fifth and final group-stage match of the FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship 2025 against a strong Argentina side. In a tightly contested encounter, Pakistan narrowly lost the match 2-3, with set scores of 26-24, 18-25, 21-25, 25-16, 11-15.

Despite the loss, Pakistan secured the top position in Pool A with 13 points, owing to their four consecutive victories in earlier matches.

Match Summary (Pakistan vs. Argentina):

Set 1: 26 – 24
Set 2: 18 – 25
Set 3: 21 – 25
Set 4: 25 – 16
Set 5: 11 – 15

The match featured high-intensity rallies, powerful spikes, and remarkable defense from both sides. Pakistan pushed the match to a decisive fifth set, showcasing strong teamwork and resilience. Although they couldn’t clinch the win, their performance reinforced their position as a top contender in the championship.

Current Standing:

Pakistan ends the Preliminary Round with 13 points and retains 1st place in Pool A.

What’s Next?

Pakistan will advance to the Top 16 Round and will face the fourth-place team (4) from Pool C. The final placement of Pool C is still to be decided.

Details of the next opponent and match schedule will be announced once confirmed by the tournament organizers.

Official Statements from PVF Will Follow

PVF officials including Chairman Ch. Muhammad Yaqoob and President Sohail Khawar Mir are expected to issue formal statements ahead of the Top 16 round. The Federation remains proud of the team’s consistent performance in one of the world’s most competitive volleyball tournaments.