Excellent performance from Milan who had the better of Ravenna at the Tie-Break away from home. It’s been a tight encounter but Milan dominated the decisive fifth set. Score: 2-3 (19-25; 25-20; 22-25; 25-19; 12-15).

“I think it was a good game – said assistant coach Henk Jan Held – We played at a good level, especially in dig and at the net, where we did brilliantly. The fact Russomanno is back has definitely given us a reassuring feeling in reception, an area in which we performed well today. I am extremely satisfied”.

The official team presentation will take place on Tuesday 20 October at 11pm, while a friendly with Lugano is set for Thursday 22.