Only one round remains until the end of the regular season in efbet Super Volley, and the intrigue surrounding the first place remains fully alive. Levski and Lokomotiv Avia have an equal number of points after the completion of the 20th round, with "the Blues" at the top solely due to a better set ratio.
At the same time, the top eight is practically clear, and the last round will primarily matter for the distribution of opponents in the quarterfinals.
Results from Round 20
Dunav – Neftochimic 2010 0:3
CSKA – Levski 0:3
Cherno More – Pirin 0:3
Slavia – Montana 1:3
Lokomotiv Avia – Beroe 2016 3:1
The round confirmed the dual leadership at the top. Levski convincingly won their away game against CSKA, while Lokomotiv Avia did not allow a surprise against Beroe.
Neftochimic also achieved an expected success against Dunav and remained firmly in third position, while Montana took another important step towards participating in the playoffs.
Provisional Standings after Round 20
| Rank | Team | Points | Matches | Wins | Losses | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levski | 49 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 53:16 |
| 2 | Lokomotiv Avia | 49 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 54:17 |
| 3 | Neftochimic 2010 | 44 | 19 | 15 | 4 | 47:19 |
| 4 | CSKA | 39 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 47:27 |
| 5 | Beroe 2016 | 30 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 38:33 |
| 6 | Deya Sport | 29 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 37:39 |
| 7 | Pirin | 27 | 19 | 9 | 10 | 34:36 |
| 8 | Montana Volley | 22 | 20 | 7 | 13 | 32:46 |
| 9 | Cherno More | 11 | 19 | 3 | 16 | 18:50 |
| 10 | Slavia | 8 | 19 | 3 | 16 | 17:54 |
| 11 | Dunav | 7 | 19 | 1 | 18 | 15:55 |
The intrigue at the top remains serious. Levski and Lokomotiv have equal points, but the team from the capital are leaders due to a better game ratio 3.31 against 3.18.
In the playoff zone, significant changes are unlikely, but the final standings will determine the opponents in the quarterfinals.
Schedule for the 21st round (last of the regular season)
Neftochimic 2010 Lokomotiv Avia
Beroe 2016 Slavia
Cherno More Deya Sport
Pirin CSKA
Levski Dunav
Predictions for the last round
Neftochimic 2010 Lokomotiv Avia3:2
Beroe 2016 – Slavia3:1
Cherno More – Dea Sport1:3
Pirin – CSKA1:3
Levski – Dunav3:0
Levski seems to have the most favorable task – a home game against last-placed Dunav. At the same time, Lokomotiv Avia will face a serious test when visiting Neftochimic in Burgas. Dunav is almost certainly relegated, and Slavia will play in the playout.
Predicted playoff bracket
| Quarter-final | Pair |
|---|---|
| 1 | Levski – Montana Volley |
| 2 | Lokomotiv Avia – Pirin |
| 3 | Neftochimic 2010 – Dea Sport |
| 4 | CSKA – Beroe 2016 |
The most intriguing series at this stage seems to be CSKA – Beroe, where the difference between the two teams is minimal.
The potential Burgas clash between Neftochimic and Dea also carries significant intensity, traditionally offering hotly contested matches.
If the predictions prove correct, Levski will retain first place and, accordingly, the most favorable path to the semi-finals.
