China defeated the Dominican Republic 3–1 in the Round of 16 – Final Round at the FIVB Girls’ U17 World Championship 2026 in San Felipe, Chile.
China took the match in four sets, with the scores 25–18, 17–25, 25–19 and 25–17.
China made the stronger start and secured the opening set 25–18. The Dominican Republic responded effectively in the second set, turning the momentum in its favour to win 25–17 and level the match at one set apiece.
China regained control in the third set. After the teams entered the set level, China established the advantage needed to close it out 25–19 and move within one set of victory.
The fourth set confirmed the result. China maintained its advantage and finished 25–17, completing the 3–1 victory and advancing from the Round of 16.
Standout Performances
- China: Defeated Dominican Republic 3–1.
- Dominican Republic: Levelled the match by winning the second set 25–17.
- Round: Round of 16 – Final Round.
- Result: China advanced after four sets.
Turning Point
The third set proved decisive after the Dominican Republic had levelled the match. China responded with a 25–19 victory to regain the lead before closing out the fourth set 25–17.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: FIVB Girls’ U17 World Championship 2026
- Category: Women’s U17
- Round: Round of 16 – Final Round
- Match: #68
- Location: San Felipe, Chile
- Winner: China
- Runner-up: Dominican Republic
- Match Score: China 3–1 Dominican Republic
- Set Scores: 25–18, 17–25, 25–19, 25–17