Why should Netherlands even play the Final Four? Even if they win the tournament, they won't play in Group I next year. We have no opportunity to collect points for the World Ranking and OG-qualification, neither have for example Belgium, Slovenia and Finland. So, the 12 OG-teams will be from the chosen World League teams. It's a shame!
Which teams will have the permanent status and why the hell for 7 years??? And which teams will be invited? Netherlands finished top 15 last three years, but is not on the list. If for example The Netherlands and Slovenia doesn't have the chance to collect points for the World Ranking, there is - in the new Qualification procedure for the OG - no chance for the Netherlands and Slovenia (and many others) to qualify. It's a shame FIVB!!!
The Netherlands played very, very bad in the first two sets. After those two lost sets it was a pretty good level. I think they underestimated the Egyptians.
Well, Netherlands is 2nd now in the poule. It won't be easy, but hopefully they will qualify for the Final Four.
Finally Netherlands won their second match in group 2 against Portugal. But they played really bad, especially Ter Horst. Hopefully they will beat Czech Republic tomorrow, otherwise it will be very difficult to finish in the top 3.
Hi, I bought all my tickets in Germany: www.dertour.de. Not much Biathlontickets left, but that's no surprise. Most of other sports are available. So why wait for the general sale?
Unbelievable how weak the Dutch women (4th at the last Olympics) played last weekend. Losing to Azerbaijan and a very close win against Ukrain. All the top players were there, except Judith Pietersen. It will be very difficult to qualify for Japan 2018 in Q3. At this moment, Bulgaria and Belgium are in a better shape.
Where does Q3 take place? Hopefully in The Netherlands!?
Very important day for Dutch volleyball! The match against Greece is crucial in the (weak) qualificationgroup B. Hopefully we will win and have a spot in next year's World Championships.