Overview
- Italy, the reigning world champion, won 25-23, 25-20, 25-22 at Manila’s Mall of Asia Arena to reach the quarterfinals.
- Italy advances to face the winner of Belgium vs. Finland in the next round.
- Marcelo Méndez confirmed his departure after the loss, ending a tenure that began in 2019 and delivered Olympic podium success.
- Argentina left the tournament after sweeping Group C with wins over Finland, South Korea and a five-set upset of Olympic champion France.
- Luciano Vicentín led Argentina with 15 points, while Alessandro Michieletto had 15 and Yuri Romanò 14 for Italy.