In their first match of the new championship, Vero Volley Monza's team lost at home to European champions Perugia with a score of 1:3 sets. Martin Atanasov started for Monza, while Zhasmin Velichkov appeared later and recorded strong minutes.
Zhasmin Velichkov replaced Martin Atanasov and finished with 8 points (1 ace), 47% attack efficiency, 73% positive reception, and 33% perfect reception.
Martin Atanasov finished with 7 points (1 ace), 55% attack efficiency, 67% positive reception, and 33% perfect reception.

First set – 25:22 for Monza

Monza started confidently, and Martin Atanasov immediately distinguished himself with attacks and a block. A series of strong serves from Moska gave them an early lead. Atanasov also scored from the pipe, while Beretta and Marttila maintained the advantage. Perugia closed the gap to 22:20, but an error by Ben Tara and a strong finish by Marttila decided the set. Monza showed stable blocking and aggression from the serve. The Bulgarian finished the part with three points and an active role in reception. The crowd applauded the hosts' well-structured play.

Second set – 16:25 for Perugia

The champions reacted quickly – powerful serves from Plotnytskyi and Solé turned the tide. Monza lost rhythm and their reception faltered. At 2:8, there was no doubt that the visitors were in control. Velichkov replaced Atanasov and brought freshness, scoring three points, including an ace. Perugia maintained a high attack percentage and won decisively. Statistics showed 9:18 successful attacks and 4 blocks for the visitors. The difference came from their stable serving and quick attacks through the middle.

Third set – 22:25 for Perugia

Velichkov remained in the lineup and was among the most active – seven points in the set. Monza started well, but Plotnytskyi and Ishikawa responded with pipe attacks and aces. The score moved point for point until 20:20. In the end, a triple block stopped Velichkov, and Semeniuk closed the part with an attack from zone 4. Monza played more freely but couldn't withstand the pressure. Perugia was again more effective in attack (16 versus 14). However, the Bulgarian left an excellent impression with his confidence.

Fourth set – 19:25 for Perugia

Monza tried to revive the intrigue, and Velichkov added another point at the beginning. Padar and Atanasov alternated attacks, but Perugia's block was relentless. Semeniuk replaced Ishikawa and delivered two aces, which allowed the visitors to pull away. At 9:13, Monza tried changes but lost tempo. Atanasov contributed with a strong serve and a decisive attack, but without changing the final result.
Plotnytskyi, who was chosen as MVP, finished with 14 points, 44% efficiency, and 2 aces.

For the winners, the top scorers were Ben Tara with 19 points and Ishikawa with 18.