The stage is set, the "Levski Sofia" hall will be the arena for the first major clash of the season in men's volleyball – the Bulgarian Supercup. Four of the strongest teams in the country – Levski Sofia, Beroe Stara Zagora, Lokomotiv (Avia) Plovdiv, and Neftochimic Burgas – will face each other in pursuit of the first trophy of 2025. The tournament promises emotions, class, and a battle to the last ball – because there is no room for error: one match decides everything.

🔵 Levski's New Beginning and Beroe's Challenge

"We are not defending anything – we are building a new team," stated Levski Sofia's head coach Nikolay Zhelyazkov, who approaches the Supercup with a young and renewed squad. Middle blocker Lazar Buchkov added confidence that the team is ready to fight for the accolade, relying on strong preparation and fan support.
On the other side, Beroe's coach Miroslav Zhivkov emphasized that his squad is also undergoing restructuring, but he relies on organization and young players ready to prove themselves. Opposite hitter Velizar Chernokozhev showed confidence: "The team that wants the trophy the most wins."

The first semifinal promises a tactical chess battle between Levski's new faces and Beroe's experienced collective – a match where youth will confront an established structure.

🟢 The Great Rivalry: Lokomotiv (Avia) – Neftochimic

In the second semifinal, spectators will witness a clash between Neftochimic's experience and tradition and Lokomotiv (Avia)'s new energy, bolstered by the presence of Matey Kaziyski himself.
Head coach Nayden Naydenov stressed that Matey's mere presence "inspires everyone to give over 100%", while outside hitter Todor Valchev added that for the team it is "a privilege and a lesson in professionalism."

In the Neftochimic camp, Italian specialist Francesco Cadeddu, part of the national team's staff, believes in "discipline, energy, and teamwork," and young Kaloyan Balabanov stated that the team is ready to give their all to start the season with a trophy.

This semifinal brings together two styles and two philosophies – Cadeddu's methodical Italian approach against Naydenov and Lokomotiv's emotional and team power.

⚡ Energy, Traditions, and New Ambitions

The common thread among the four teams is one – the belief that the new season begins with a clean slate, but also with high expectations.
The national team's World Silver Medal gave new life to Bulgarian volleyball, and the Supercup will be the first chance for this inspiration to be transferred to the club level.

🏐 A Final with Promise

Regardless of who lifts the trophy, the Bulgarian Supercup 2025 is already an event that unites generations, characters, and philosophies. It marks a new beginning for Bulgarian volleyball – with more young players, more passion, and more spectacle for the fans.