Zhuang Yushan Shines Bright, China Women's Volleyball Clinches Dramatic Win Over Germany in Week 2026 VNL

(Volleyball Results) - Thanks to a brilliant display from outside hitter Zhuang Yushan, who tallied 27 points, China edged out Germany 3-2 in Week 2 of the 2026 VNL.

Set 1: China 25-27 Germany

China had a better start, taking an early lead in the first half of the set. Strong performances from familiar names Zhuang Yushan and Tang Xin gave the Asian representatives an advantage. However, just before the crucial points, Germany caught up thanks to the brilliance of Lina Alsmeier. After a thrilling back-and-forth, they carried the momentum into the final points.

Germany repeatedly had set points, seized the initiative, and ultimately capitalized on their opportunities, winning the very first set to take a 1-0 lead in the match.

Set 2: China 25-23 Germany

Another very dramatic set, but this time victory belonged to China. Germany held a lead halfway through the set, but in the decisive stages of the set, Zhuang Yushan and her teammates performed better to level the match score.

Set 3: China 18-25 Germany

It was a nightmarish set for China, as the footwork of the Asian number two's passing was highly questionable, allowing Germany to exploit it relentlessly and build a large gap. Emilia Weske’s 7 points and captain Camilla Weitzel’s 5 points helped the European side take the lead once again.

Set 4: China 25-20 Germany

A resounding response came from China in a set they had to win. They scored the first 5 points to take a 5-0 lead, setting a strong foundation for the rest of Set 4. At one point, the Asian team even built an 8-point gap.

A brief lapse in concentration at the end allowed Germany to reduce the deficit, but the lead, but the margin established earlier was more than enough.

Set 5: China 15-6 Germany

Buoyed by high spirits, China continued to dominate, giving Germany no opportunities for Germany in the deciding set. A 5-point, then an 8-point lead was established as Zhuang Yushan and captain Gong Xiangyu played brilliantly, giving China a great start to Week 2 of the 2026 VNL.

Final result, China beat 3-2 (25-27; 25-23; 18-25; 25-20; 15-6)22]}beat Germany{[:22]}.

China vs. Germany women's volleyball match?

• Time: 4:30 PM, today June 17
• Tournament: Week 2 VNL 2026 VNL

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