Stefano Lavarini, head coach of the Korean women's volleyball team, admitted the defeat cleanly, saying "I could feel the gap between the two teams" after losing to Brazil in the semifinals.
Coach Lavarini said in a joint coverage area after losing 3-0 to Brazil in the women's volleyball match against Brazil in the semi-finals of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics held at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, "Rather than regret losing, we should congratulate Brazil." I lost, but in the next game, I will think more deeply and prepare.”
Korea, who lost in the semi-finals, will play a bronze medal match against European powerhouse Serbia on the 8th.
Coach Lavarini said, "We will not use the same strategy against Serbia as against Brazil. Strategy is important, but I want to use the fighting spirit that Korean players have shown so far to seize opportunities. I will push the players,” he said.
Regarding the national team ace Kim Yeon-kyung's play today (the 6th), he said, "Brazil is a strong team with good defense, so it was difficult to score many goals." Things happen,” he said.
When asked how he felt about his last match, Lavarini said, "We can win or lose against Serbia. I hope the players do their best regardless of the result. I want to hand it over"said.
The contract period between coach Lavarini and the Korea Volleyball Association will end after the Tokyo Olympics.
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