There is a feeling Loreto could have done more as it was defeated at the tie-break in Gioia del Colle. Still, it’s a point gathered against one of the most in-form teams of the moment and that’s always better than nothing. The most preoccupying thing came from the injury suffered by Alexandre Bergamo just before the end of the second set. The medical tests still have to be carried out, they will reveal how serious it is and how long the Brazilian could be out for.

“It was very tight until the end – said libero Andrea Cesarini about the game – It was a bit strange because none of the teams played with its usual starting six because of a few injuries”. Gioia will be Loreto’s opponent in the cup “We know the qualification could be played there or at home. If the extra set was to be necessary, hopefully we’d take advantage of playing it in front of our fans”.