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Portugal loses to Belgium at Women's Volleyball European Championship

Hugo Silva's team suffered their second defeat in Baku, having not won a match in the Euros since 2019.

23 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Portuguese women's volleyball team, led by Hugo Silva, suffered another defeat at the European Championship, losing 3-0 to Belgium. This match, held in Baku, marks the team's second setback in the competition, further extending their losing streak.

Since their debut at the Euros in 2019, the national team has failed to secure any victories. Despite the team's efforts, the lack of wins remains a concerning reality for Portugal.

The match against Belgium is part of the ongoing struggles faced by the team, which is still trying to find its rhythm in the competition. This outcome underscores the challenges the team has encountered in international tournaments.

With this defeat, Portugal remains without points in the group and must now focus on the upcoming matches in an attempt to improve their performance in the tournament.

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