With six points collected in their first two Pool H matches, the three-time world champions are very close to confirming their presence in the tournament's Round of 16 - they will do that if they win at least two sets in their last pool play match against Serbia on Thursday. The South Americans, however, may not need to wait that long to celebrate, as they will be guaranteed if Serbia can't beat China 3-0 or 3-1 later on Tuesday.
Opposite Alan de Souza tallied ten kills, one block and one ace to end the match with 12 points, one more than outside hitter Arthur Bento and two more than middle blocker Judson Nunes.
"I think our consistency at the service line was the key today," outside hitter Ricardo Lucarelli remarked. "Our blocking has been working well since the VNL, so when we can serve well and put opponents under pressure, things get a little bit easier for us. Our side out was stable, and our game was flowing, so overall it was a very good performance from us."
