Neftochimic's volleyball players fulfilled their mission in front of their home crowd at the Boycho Branzov hallBoycho Branzovrecorded another victory over the Swiss Chênois Genève – this time with 3:1 sets (23:25, 25:11, 25:20, 25:22). Thus, the team from Burgas, led by Francesco Cadeddu, confirmed its qualification for the 1/16 finals of the European tournament, having already had an advantage from the first match.

Neftochimic deservedly advances and in the next stage will face Israeli Maccabi Tel Aviv, who eliminated Spanish Pamesa Teruel.

The Bulgarian team lost the first set, but the reaction was instantaneous. Cadeddu's team dominated in attack, the block play was at a very high level, and the physical superiority was clearly evident in the second and third sets.

Statistically, Neftochimic surpassed the Swiss in:

• successful attacks: 44 against 42

• blocks: 17 against 4

• points from opponent's errors: 28 against 24

The four top scorers for Neftochimic

Adi Osmanovic – 19 points

The opposite hitter was the sharpest weapon for the Burgas team. With 15 successful attacks and 4 blocks, he constantly put pressure on Genève's defense. His efficiency reached 75%, which is impressive on the European stage.

Kaloyan Balabanov – 12 points

The outside hitter had a strong match both in attack and reception. He recorded 10 successful attacks, 2 blocks, and showed 56% efficiency. In reception, he was stable, which allowed the setter to vary the game.

Ricardo Gomes do Rego Junior – 8 points

The Brazilian played an important role with 1 block and 1 ace. Although his success rate was 35%, he played strongly in crucial moments.

Martin Krustev – 6 points

The young middle blocker brought freshness with 2 successful attacks, 2 aces, and 2 blocks, helping to stabilize the game. His efficiency – 40% – is a good indicator for the time he spent on the court.
For the team from Genève, Joosep Kurik finished with 11 points.