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Last Updated: Monday, 23 August, 2004, 17:31 GMT 18:31 UK
Russia edge past Italy
Russia moved a step closer to the quarter-finals of the men's volleyball with a 3-2 Pool B victory over Italy.

The win leaves Russia level on eight points with Italy and Brazil, who have already qualified for the last eight.

Elsewhere, the Netherlands beat Australia 3-0 but France failed to qualify for the next round despite a 3-1 Pool A win over Tunisia.

Poland secured a 3-2 victory over Argentina while Serbia-Montenegro beat Greece by the same scoreline.





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