The eighth round of efbet Super Volley offered dynamism, turnarounds, and significant changes in the standings. The strongest highlight was CSKA's big away win against the until-then sole leader Neftochimic 2010. The 3:1 success in 'Boycho Branzov' brought the 'reds' neck and neck with the Burgas team – both teams now have 17 points. Thus, before Lokomotiv Avia's last match against DEYA, the battle for the top 3 intensifies to the maximum.
In the other matches, Montana, Pirin (Razlog), and Cherno More achieved victories, solidifying their ambitions for higher positions.
Neftochimic 2010 – CSKA 1:3 (25:20, 16:25, 17:25, 20:25)
In Burgas, CSKA demonstrated stable mentality and high efficiency after an initial deficit. Neftochimic won the first set, but then the 'armymen' completely changed the rhythm of play and took control. Strong attack, led by opposite Haimish Hazeldon, and stable block performance proved decisive. The Australian finished with 21 points and was deservedly chosen as MVP.
CSKA solidified their dominance in the second and third sets, and in the fourth, they did not allow a comeback, despite attempts by the Burgas team to get back into the match. The victory is crucial – not only for its symbolic meaning but also for its direct influence on the top standings.
Montana – Beroe 3:1 (24:26, 25:15, 25:23, 25:15)
Montana recorded their fourth win of the season, overcoming Beroe in 'Mladost' hall in a match that started with surprising turnarounds. The hosts squandered a 6-point lead in the first set, which allowed the Stara Zagora team to take the lead.
The subsequent three sets, however, were under the control of Daniel Peev's team. Strong serving and stable blocking tilted the scales. In the third set, Montana showed composure in key points, and the fourth set was entirely one-sided. With this success, Montana climbs to the middle of the table, level on points with Beroe.
Cherno More – Dunav 3:0 (25:17, 25:21, 25:23)
In Ruse, Cherno More ended their negative streak and achieved their first success of the season. The Varna team showed significantly more stable play, especially in the key moments of the match. In the first set, their dominance was palpable, and in the second and third, the 'sailors' showed character when the score was even.
Viktor Yosifov was named MVP, and Marcel Guytondung stood out as the top scorer with 19 points. The success provides an important boost for the Varna team, who are seeking stabilization after a difficult start.
Pirin (Razlog) – Slavia 3:0 (25:23, 25:16, 25:12)
Pirin achieved a quick and decisive victory at home. Only the first set offered intrigue, as Slavia led in the decisive rallies. However, the Razlog team turned the set around and from then on demonstrated complete control.
Blagovest Katrandzhiev's team played freely and confidently, their attack was at a high level, and Mariyan Nakov became the top scorer with 22 points. Pirin is now firmly in the middle of the table and is pursuing even higher positions.
The round was marked by CSKA's strong performance, which not only inflicted the first defeat on the leader but also placed them among the contenders for the top. Montana continued its ascent, Pirin solidified its stability at home, and Cherno More finally found its winning path. The key match Lokomotiv Avia
– DEYA is upcoming, which will definitively shape the top 3 standings after the eighth round.







