Nations League Volleyball, Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium (Osaka) on Friday,
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As Japan prepares to host Belgium in the Nations League Volleyball on July 17, 2026, they enter the match in outstanding form, having secured victories in all of their last five outings. Their confidence will undoubtedly be robust, particularly as they leverage their home advantage in front of a supportive crowd. Japan’s tactical approach typically involves a quick and agile offense, coupled with strong defensive strategies, making them a formidable opponent on their home turf.
Conversely, Belgium has struggled recently, with only one win in their last five matches. This dip in form may affect their morale as they face a high-performing Japanese side. Belgium’s success will hinge on their ability to adapt tactically, potentially focusing on a more aggressive serve and block strategy to disrupt Japan’s rhythm.
Bookmakers favor Japan significantly, with odds reflecting their recent dominance at 1.11, while Belgium resides at 6.35. While Japan stands as the strong favorite, volleyball often yields surprises, and Belgium’s potential for a resurgent performance could add an unexpected twist to this matchup. Both teams will aim to assert their styles, making for an intriguing contest in the volleyball arena.
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| Japan 84% |
Belgium 16% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:0
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.11 | 6.75 | ||
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1.14 | 4.5 | ||
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1.12 | 7.2 | ||
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1.09 | 6.62 | ||
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1.12 | 5.48 | ||
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1.16 | 4.6 |
Latest Results
| 16.07.26 Japan volleyball – Canada volleyball – 3:2 15.07.26 Japan volleyball – Italy volleyball – 3:2 28.06.26 France volleyball – Japan volleyball – 2:3 27.06.26 USA volleyball – Japan volleyball – 2:3 26.06.26 Iran volleyball – Japan volleyball – 2:3 |
16.07.26 Belgium volleyball – Italy volleyball – 0:3 15.07.26 Belgium volleyball – Cuba volleyball – 0:3 28.06.26 Belgium volleyball – Turkey volleyball – 0:3 26.06.26 Belgium volleyball – Germany volleyball – 1:3 25.06.26 China volleyball – Belgium volleyball – 1:3 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 16.09.18 Japan volleyball – Belgium volleyball – 1:3 |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Brazil (1) | China (17) | 3 : 1 |
| 2 | Japan (4) | Poland (5) | 0 : 3 |
| 3 | Italy (2) | Cuba (7) | 3 : 1 |
| 4 | France (3) | Slovenia (6) | 1 : 3 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Brazil (1) | Poland (5) | 0 : 3 |
| 2 | Italy (2) | Slovenia (6) | 3 : 1 |
Final
| 1 | Poland (5) | Italy (2) | 3 : 0 |
3rd place
| 2 | Brazil (1) | Slovenia (6) | 3 : 1 |
Nations League Volleyball Outrights
1. Italy W: 1.8 (47.89%)
2. USA W: 7 (12.32%)
3. Turkey W: 8 (10.78%)
4. Brazil W: 9 (9.58%)
5. Japan W: 12 (7.18%)
6. China W: 13 (6.63%)
7. Canada W: 23 (3.75%)
8. Netherlands W: 46 (1.87%)
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