October 22, 2024 Korea Expressway Corporation Pepper Savings Bank Analysis
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# Home Team: Korea Expressway Corporation
Korea Expressway Corporation recorded a 3-1 victory (22:25, 25:19, 25:23, 27:25) against Pepper Savings Bank in the cup competition. The blocking stats were 12-13, with serves at 5-5, and errors at 18-18. Although the attacking success rate of the triangular formation was not satisfactory, Nikolova (20 points), Kang So-hui (21 points), and Yooni (23 points) each scored over 30 points collectively in the match. They showed resilience with their persistent defense, and setter Lee Yoon-jung's determination was impressive. However, Baek Yoo-na (7 points, 20%) was silent for the second consecutive game, resulting in a loss in the central middle blocker battle. The reliance on open attacks rather than quick opens led to many scenes being blocked by the opponent, which remains a point of concern.
# Away Team: Pepper Savings Bank
Pepper Savings Bank's 191 cm opposite, Zavić (23 points, 33.33%), performed admirably, but the attacking efficiency of Park Jung-a (15 points, 25%) and 196 cm Jang Wi (13 points, 37.5%) dropped at crucial moments in the match. However, since coach Jang So-young's appointment, the team has shown a noticeable difference in fighting spirit and concentration. Lee Ye-rim (11 points) and newly acquired national team starting libero Han Da-hye demonstrated stable performances in the reception line, which is a positive aspect. Additionally, the growth of setter Park Sa-rang, who received praise for her noticeable improvement under the guidance of Fernando Morales, head coach of the women’s volleyball national team, was also confirmed.
# Head-to-Head Features
In the most recent matchup, Korea Expressway Corporation achieved a 3-1 victory at a neutral venue. Last season's result was 4 wins and 2 losses.
# Betting Recommendations
Pepper Savings Bank has been struggling in the lower ranks for the past three years, but this season, they are expected to rise. Moreover, although they lost all three matches in the cup competition, they showed dominance in blocking stats against Hyundai Construction with an 18-10 advantage, showcasing their height advantage. With setter Park Sa-rang, standing at 177 cm, they have constructed a lineup without blocking holes.
◎ Likely choice => Over
◎ Betting pick => Pepper Savings Bank handicap victory