Asian Games | Japan edges China to reach men’s volleyball final-Xinhua
NAGOYA, Japan, Oct. 2 (Xinhua) -- Japan edged China 3-2 in the men's volleyball semifinals at the 2026 Asian Games on Friday to set up a final showdown with Iran. The first set was closely contested, with the score tied several times. After the teams were level at 18-18, Japan scored consecutive points, prompting China to call a timeout. The teams continued to trade points until 22-22, before China pulled ahead to take the set 25-23. Japan scored consecutive points in the second set with a mix of serves and quick combinations to open up a five-point lead. China stepped up its attack after a timeout but failed to close the gap. Japan gradually extended its advantage and won the set 25-22 to level the match. The host raced to a 7-1 lead in the third set, forcing China to call a timeout...