The Serbian women`s national volleyball team achieved a significant milestone in their Volleyball Nations League 2025 campaign today, securing a decisive 3-0 straight-sets victory over Belgium. Playing in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, this win provides a much-needed boost in their ongoing effort to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
Leading the charge for the Serbian side was their formidable opposite hitter, Tijana Boskovic. In a display of sheer power and skill, Boskovic delivered an outstanding performance, single-handedly accounting for a staggering 26 points across the three sets. Her offensive prowess was evident with a remarkable 61% success rate on attack, complemented by three crucial kill blocks and an ace.
Support for Boskovic came from the younger generation, with 20-year-old outside hitters Vanja Ivanovic and Aleksandra Uzelac contributing effectively, scoring 12 and 11 points respectively. For the Belgian side, 17-year-old Liese Verhelst was their top scorer, registering 11 points, though it wasn`t enough to trouble the focused Serbian defense.
This comprehensive victory wasn`t just about the points; it represented the team finding their rhythm. As Serbian setter Sladana Mirkovic commented, the team was “so happy and so proud” to finally elevate their game to a higher level. The result sees Serbia improve their record to 2 wins and 9 losses with 11 points, climbing slightly to 15th place, now just behind Belgium (3-8, 8 points) in the standings. Every point is precious in this part of the table, and this performance suggests Serbia is ready to push further up.
With crucial matches remaining in the VNL season, this performance provides a positive trajectory for the reigning world champions as they continue their campaign.
