Lokomotiv Avia (Plovdiv) demonstrated control and maturity at a crucial moment of the season, after defeating Neftochimic 2010 (Burgas) with a score of 3:0 (25:19, 25:23, 25:19) and came within one victory of a second consecutive final in efbet Super Volley. Nayden Naydenov's team dictated the pace for most of the match and fully capitalized on their opponent's hesitant play.

First set
The beginning was even, with both teams going point for point until the middle of the set. After 15:15, Lokomotiv raised the level of their blocking and capitalized on opponent errors. A series of inaccuracies in Neftochimic's ranks allowed the hosts to pull ahead. In the end, the Plovdiv team calmly closed the set at 25:19.

Second set
Lokomotiv started more confidently and built an early lead after strong serving and solid blocking. Neftochimic reacted and reduced the deficit, even reaching a tie at 23:23. In the crucial rallies, however, the Burgas team once again made errors. This allowed the hosts to snatch the set 25:23.

Third set
The Plovdiv team imposed control from the very first points and quickly took the lead. Strong serving by Kristiyan Aleksov and effective counterattacks secured a stable advantage. Neftochimic failed to find their rhythm in attack and trailed throughout the entire set. Lokomotiv closed the match without difficulty after 25:19.
The top scorer for Lokomotiv was Zhulien Georgiev with 16 points (2 blocks, 1 ace), who led the team in key moments. Kristiyan Aleksov added 14 points, while for Neftochimic, Kaloyan Balabanov and Adi Osmanovich each finished with 10 points.

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Lokomotiv had a clear advantage in all key elements – especially in attack and serve, where the difference was significant. Better reception allowed for a more varied game in offense. Neftochimik remained close only in blocking, but the weak serve and lower attack efficiency decisively tilted the match in favor of the hosts.

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