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Another upset in FIVB Worlds as World No. 40 Tunisia knocks out 22nd-ranked Egypt
Tunisia, ranked world No. 40, has advanced to the FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship Round of 16 after defeating African champions Egypt.
The victory, with set scores of 25-19, 25-18, and 25-22, secured Tunisia's top seed in Pool A with a 2-1 record.
Oussama Ben Romdhane and Elyes Karamosli led Tunisia with 14 points each, while Ali Bongui contributed 13 points.
Khaled Ben Slimene steered the Tunisian firepower well with 34 running sets.
Egypt, previously upset by Alas Pilipinas Men, suffered their second-straight loss in the tournament.
Tunisia will face either Serbia, Brazil, or the Czech Republic in the next round, depending on the outcome of the Czechs' match against China.
Romdhane stated that the match against Egypt was considered "decisive" even before the competition began, and they prepared well for it.
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