Overview

• Brazil eliminated France 3-0 in Bangkok with set scores of 27-25, 33-31 and 25-19, including a dramatic second set where France failed to convert five set points.
• The defeat ends France’s first appearance in the World Championship last eight after returning to the tournament for the first time in 51 years.
• France reached the quarterfinals by upsetting China 3-1 in Bangkok, a signature win led by captain Héléna Cazaute’s 23 points.
• Brazil arrived as the second-ranked team globally and reigning vice-world champion, underlining the progress shown by 13th-ranked France.
• The quarterfinal took place Thursday in Bangkok at 12:00 French time with live coverage on La Chaîne L’Équipe.