Sir Safety Conad Perugia triumphed as winners of the 2022 Del Monte Coppa Italia SuperLega after a four-set victory over Itas Trentino in Sunday’s final near Bologna. It was the third time in history the club claimed the Italian national cup trophy, after 2018 and 2019. Their outside hitter and captain Wilfredo Leon was named Most Valuable Player of the event.
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“This is the first important victory for me as a coach in Italy and these are emotions that never tire. For a big part of the match I was a spectator like any other because the team played two sets of top-level volleyball. I am proud of the guys, of what we have all done together in these months amidst so many difficulties. I am proud to be part of this staff and this club, with this medal around my neck.” Nikola Grbic, head coach of Sir Safety Conad Perugia
“There is regret because we only played well in the second half of the match. We took too long to get into the game, but in the third and fourth sets, we showed that we can fight against Perugia. For us, it was a great experience.” Matey Kaziyski, outside hitter and captain of Itas Trentino