In Pasay City, Philippines, Ferdinando De Giorgi's Italy dominated the Men's Volleyball World Championship semifinals. Following their tie-break setback in the group stage, the Azzurri defeated Belgium 3-0 (25-13, 25-18, 25-18). The match was one-sided: Michieletto, Russo, Romanò, and Bottolo led a flawless team in every fundamental. The first set flew by with a decisive score (25-13), while in the second Belgium tried to keep pace but eventually gave way. Italy accelerated again in the third, the sole time of balance, with the Belgians leading 9-8, and sealed the match without hesitation. Roberto Russo's 12 points, including his signature on the final ace, were pivotal, while Michieletto (11) and Bottolo (10) scored double figures. On Saturday, the semi-finals will be played against Poland, who defeated Turkey 3-0.