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Canadian men swept 3-0 by Brazil in Volleyball Nations League action
CHICAGO – Canada's men fell 3-0 (22-25, 17-25, 17-25) to Brazil on Wednesday in Volleyball Nations League action.
The Canadians held the advantage in attack points at 36-35.
However, Brazil dominated in blocking (10-2), aces (4-1) and made 17 errors to Canada's 26.
Brodie Hofer of Burnaby, B.C., led ninth-place Canada (2-3) with 12 points.
Alan Souza had a team-high 12 points for second-place Brazil (4-1).
Canada is set to face the United States on Thursday night.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 25, 2025.