Iran Beats Thailand 3-0 for Second Straight Win at Asian Games Volleyball
Iran's national volleyball team swept Thailand in their second preliminary match at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, according to Mehr News.
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Iran's national volleyball team defeated Thailand 3-0 in their second preliminary match at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, recording their second consecutive victory in the tournament, according to a report from Mehr News Agency.
The straight-sets win extends Iran's unbeaten start in the preliminary round of the men's volleyball competition at these Asian Games, the report said.
The report did not provide detailed set scores or individual player statistics from the match, nor did it specify Iran's remaining opponents in the preliminary round.
Volleyball remains one of Iran's traditionally strong disciplines at continental competitions, with the national team having a history of success at the Asian Games and other regional tournaments.
Iran will look to build on this result as the preliminary round continues, with further matches expected to determine progression to the knockout stage of the tournament.
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- Iran sweep Thailand for second Asian Games win — Mehr News (Iran)
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