Volleyball: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Kenya secure wins at AMGA 2024

Volleyball: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Kenya secure wins at AMGA 2024

By Admin

The African Military Games (AMGA) 2024 in Abuja saw thrilling volleyball action on Sunday, as Algeria, Burkina Faso, and Kenya claimed their first victories in the men’s volleyball competition.

In a highly anticipated match, Algeria triumphed over host nation Nigeria in a 3-1 victory (26-24, 25-19, 22-25, 25-22) at the Moshood Abiola Stadium's indoor sports hall.

Despite the energetic support from the home fans, Nigeria struggled to keep up with the Algerian side’s relentless attack.

Head coach of the Nigeria Armed Forces Volleyball team, Solomon Zango, acknowledged the challenge but was optimistic about the team's prospects going forward.

"We have to refocus and concentrate on the upcoming matches. There’s no room for complacency. Our next goal is to make sure we don’t drop any more points," Zango said after the match.

He called for focus and determination reflects the competitive spirit within the Nigerian camp.

“Every match counts. We’ll adjust and come back stronger,” he said, emphasizing the importance of not letting the loss to Algeria define their campaign.

Meanwhile, in an epic comeback, Kenya staged a stunning recovery against Ghana, winning 3-2 (15-25, 20-25, 25-21, 25-22, 15-11) after initially trailing by two sets.

The match kept fans on the edge of their seats as Kenya rallied to secure a dramatic win. The resilience of the Kenyan squad was undeniable, and the players’ determination to fight until the final point was evident in their powerful fifth-set performance.

Burkina Faso also displayed dominance, sweeping aside Sierra Leone with a 3-0 victory (25-15, 25-15, 25-21) in less than an hour.

The Burkinabe team’s precision and speed left little room for their opponents, making the match a one-sided affair from start to finish.

Burkina Faso will face Kenya at noon, followed by a crucial match between Algeria and Kenya at 2 pm. Host Nigeria will aim to bounce back when they take on Sierra Leone at 4 pm on Monday.