Press release

Kiattipong Radchatagriengkai, coach of Thailand: We fought hard in every game. This match was not easy. Cuba is very strong in all aspects. I'm happy with my players. This game will be a good memory for them forever.

Juan Carlos Gala, coach of Cuba: We gave our best from the start. It was a seesaw match and Thailand won it.

Wilavan Apingyapong, captain of Thailand: We are very happy to win. It was hard for us. It was tough because Cuba is very powerful and strong. We had to play our best in every technique. Our unity was important.

Pleumjit Thinkaow, player of Thailand: It was hard for us today. They have a strong attack and powerful blocks. We are happy we could win. We did our best. We are small, so we have to work together always.

Ana Lidia Cleger, player of Cuba: Thailand gave us their full power from today and unfortunately we lost the match.