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Thailand Rally From 13-19 Down to Sweep Bulgaria in VNL
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BANGKOK — 18 June 2026, Thailand’s women’s volleyball team produced a stunning comeback from six points down in the opening set before sweeping Bulgaria 3-0 to claim their first victory of the Volleyball Nations League 2026 (VNL 2026).
Key facts
- BANGKOK — 18 June 2026, Thailand’s women’s volleyball team produced a stunning comeback from six points down in the opening set before sweeping Bulgaria 3-0 to claim their first victory of the Volleyball Nations League 2026 (VNL 2026).
- Thailand appeared to be in trouble early in the match as Bulgaria surged ahead 19-13 in the first set
- Playing in front of home fans during Week 2 of the tournament at Indoor Stadium Huamark, Thailand, ranked 25th in the world, faced 22nd-ranked Bulgaria on 18 June 2026 at 20:30 hrs.
- Thailand won 25-22, 25-20, 25-17 for their first win of VNL 2026, collecting three valuable points and increasing their tally to six points.
Summary
Thailand appeared to be in trouble early in the match as Bulgaria surged ahead 19-13 in the first set. However, the hosts refused to back down, mounting a remarkable fightback to draw level at 19-19 before completing the turnaround and taking the set 25-22.
Playing in front of home fans during Week 2 of the tournament at Indoor Stadium Huamark, Thailand, ranked 25th in the world, faced 22nd-ranked Bulgaria on 18 June 2026 at 20:30 hrs.