Myjava claimed a 3-0 victory over Svidnik in the Extraliga on October 25, 2026, winning 25-19, 25-22, 25-18. The home side combined aggressive serving with a strong blocking performance to secure maximum points and keep Svidnik at arm’s length throughout the match.

Match at a glance

How Myjava controlled the match

Myjava started brightly in the first set, opening a 9-5 lead through a combination of sharp serving and effective transition play. Svidnik fought back to within two points at 17-15, but Myjava responded with a decisive run. Tomáš Rybár delivered three kills in quick succession, and Samuel Krajčír added a block that pushed the lead to 22-17. Myjava closed the frame 25-19.

The second set was the most competitive of the night. Svidnik improved their reception and stayed level through the middle stages, tying the score at 18-18. Myjava then turned to their block, with Krajčír and the middle blockers producing back-to-back stops that shifted the momentum. A service error from Svidnik gave Myjava the opening they needed, and the hosts took the set 25-22.

Myjava carried that momentum into the third set. They led 12-8 early and never allowed Svidnik to close the gap. Rybár continued to find ways through the block, while Myjava’s defense picked up several important balls in transition. The home side pulled away late and completed the sweep at 25-18.

Tactical story: serving pressure and net control

Myjava’s serving was the foundation of their win. They consistently targeted Svidnik’s outside hitters, making it difficult for the visitors to run their offense through the middle. That pressure allowed Myjava’s block to set early and forced Svidnik into predictable attacks. Krajčír’s presence at the net was especially important, as he repeatedly slowed Svidnik’s best scorers and gave his team chances to counterattack.

In attack, Myjava showed good balance. Rybár was the primary option, but the home side also found production from the right side and through the middle. That variety kept Svidnik’s block guessing and created space for Myjava’s hitters. Svidnik had their moments, particularly in the second set, but they could not sustain the level needed to close out a set.

Standout performers

• Tomáš Rybár led Myjava with 17 points, including crucial kills in the first and third sets.
• Samuel Krajčír scored 12 points and recorded six blocks, dominating at the net.
• Martin Bartoš added 9 points and provided stability in reception and defense.
• Michal Tóth was Svidnik’s top scorer with 11 points, but the visitors struggled to find consistent support.

What the result means

The straight-sets win gives Myjava a full three points in the Extraliga and reinforces their home-court strength. It was a complete performance: strong serving, disciplined blocking, and enough attacking variety to handle Svidnik’s best spells. Svidnik leave with areas to address, particularly their first-contact consistency and ability to score when the block is set. The result adds another clear home victory to the head-to-head and gives Myjava momentum as they look ahead in the standings.