Just two days after the second quarterfinal leg in the Italian men’s SuperLega Credem Banca was over, the third leg is about to serve off on Tuesday evening with episode three of the intense clash between Valsa Group Modena and Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza, the only one of the four series that is certain to move on to a fourth match. The third game in each of the other three playoffs will be played on Wednesday with potential to bring the best-of-five series to a close.
Superlega 2025/26
Episode 3 of Modena against Gas Sales gets third quarterfinal leg underway on Tuesday
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Published 05:50, 17 Mar 2026
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“We understand that it will be a very exciting and difficult series. We are ready for this game three on our home ground. We will play in front of a crowd that will push very hard and play with us.” Luke Perry, libero of Valsa Group Modena
“We're looking forward to game three in Modena. It is certainly going to be a tough match. It's hard to imagine what to expect. We definitely need to stay mentally prepared, because I'm sure there will be more tie-breakers between now and the end of the series.” Paolo Porro, setter of Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza
“They know this is their last chance and will give it everything they have, as they should. For our part, we definitely want to seal the deal, but always with calm and the knowledge that anything can happen.” Sebastian Sole, middle blocker of Sir Susa Scai Perugia
“Game two proved we can compete with Sir Susa Scai Perugia. We played an excellent match. The crowd was very supportive and we hope to see them back again in another home match against this team. It would mean we will have won tomorrow's match, where we'll try to give it our all to secure a positive result. In game one, we won one set, in game two, we won two, and this time we hope to bring home the full prize.” Jan Zimmermann, setter of Vero Volley Monza
“The series didn't end in game two. We still have this home opportunity to take advantage of to extend it and try to leave our mark. We know perfectly well that the task ahead will be extremely difficult, but I'm convinced that with the support of our fans, we can play a good game and cause problems for a solid and in-form team like Cucine Lube right now. We'll have to give it our all.” Marcelo Mendez, head coach of Itas Trentino Trento
“In Trento, we must take to the court with the same determination as in the first two matches. It will be equally crucial to be aware from now that we will also experience difficult moments in the match. Despite the significant absences, Itas are a very strong team, with players with international experience who will do everything they can to stop us. We will invest all our energy to close out the series early.” Mattia Boninfante, setter of Cucine Lube Civitanova
“We'll have to play good volleyball. We're feeling good, and we hope our arena will bring us that extra something that will help us win. We'll go out on the court with conviction and determination to achieve this. I have to congratulate the boys because in a playoff game away from home and down 2-0, they did a good job of getting back into the match and bringing home a great result. This shows that the team is there.” Fabio Soli, head coach of Rana Verona
“We showed that Rana Verona must play at their best to beat us, because when we give our all, we can cause problems for any team. We need to be able to capitalize on key moments in the match and secure important points. Serving will be important. We've shown we know how to fight, and we'll have to do so with the same determination. The hall will certainly be packed, they won't be cheering for us, and that should give us extra motivation. We need determination and confidence, and we've shown we have both.” Edoardo Caneschi, middle blocker of Allianz Milan
