The champions ofLevski Sofia, led by Nikolay Zhelyazkov, took a second consecutive step towards defending their title, after a dramatic success with3:2 (25:22, 13:25, 25:20, 20:25, 17:15) overLokomotiv Avia (Plovdiv) in the hall of Plovdiv University "Paisii Hilendarski". 🔥
🟦 With this success, the "blues" now lead with2-0 wins in the final series, which is played to 3 wins. The next clash is on Sunday (April 27) at 7:00 PM in "Levski Sofia" hall and could bedecisive.
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First set:
Despite a shaky start and trailing 10:15, Levski turned the score around with strong performances byTodor Skrimov,Vladimir Garkov,Svetoslav Gotsev and Venislav Antov. Antov's block-out brought the 25:22 success. ✊
Second game:
The Plovdiv team dominated completely.Julien Georgiev and Ivaylo Damyanovtroubled the guests with their serve and block. Lokomotiv equalized with a convincing 25:13. ⚠️
Third set:
Antov and Gotsev again led "the blues", supported by an ace from Skrimov and a strong counter by Osoria. Levski again took the lead - 2:1 with 25:20. 💥
Fourth game:
Julien Georgiev continued to be a leading figure for the hosts, andIvan Tasevprovided freshness from the bench. Plovdiv brought back the intrigue - 25:20 and 2:2. ⏳
Tie-break:
Lokomotiv took an 8:6 lead, butAntov and Garkovturned the tide. At 15:15 twobrutal attacks by Antovbrought the victory - 17:15 andfinal success for Levski! 💪🔵
🟦Venislav Antov played a truly phenomenal match for Levski Sofia and led the "blues" to a dramatic 3:2 victory over Lokomotiv Avia (Plovdiv) in the second final of efbet Super Volley! 💪 With an impressive37 points (5 aces, 1 block), Antov was above everyone in "PU Paisiy Hilendarski" hall and literally pulled his team to triumph in an epic fifth game – 17:15!
🔹Vladimir Garkovadded 12 points (1 ace), including a decisive counter in the tie-break, whileTodor Skrimovcontributed 10 points and as many as3 aces.
🟥 For the hosts from Lokomotiv:Julien Georgievwas the most prolific with25 points (1 ace, 3 blocks), andIvaylo Damyanovrecorded a strong performance with17 points and 5 blocks.Kiril Kolev and Todor Valchev added 10 points each.
📊 Interesting highlight in the statistics:
Levski dominated on serve with 9 aces against only 1 for Loko.
Plovdiv residents were better at the net –13 blocks against 4 for the "Blues".
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UndoubtedlyVenislav Antov – great efficiency, key points in the most tense moments. MVP! 🏅
📌 What's next:
The third match in the series will be played in Sofia. With a victory, Levski will defend its title! The match will be closely watched, especially after coach Gianlorenzo Blengini watched the game in Plovdiv live. 🇧🇬👀
