Levski Sofia 1–3 Neftohimic Burgas | SuperLiga | April 30, 2026

Match Overview

Neftohimic Burgas claimed a dominant 3–1 victory over city rivals Levski Sofia on the road in Bulgaria’s SuperLiga on April 30, 2026. The final set scores (25–21, 22–25, 25–18, 25–20) reflected a well-balanced attack and strong serving from the visitors, who overcame a brief second-set stumble to control the match from the service line and at the net.

Key Moments

• First set (25–21): Neftohimic opened with aggressive float serves that disrupted Levski’s reception, building an early 8–4 lead and never trailing.
• Second set (22–25): Levski Sofia rallied behind middle blocker attack efficiency, tying the match at one set apiece with a late 5–0 run.
• Third set (25–18): The visitors reclaimed control with a 6–1 surge midway through, powered by two aces from opposite hitter Martin Ivanov.
• Fourth set (25–20): Neftohimic’s blocking unit recorded four stuff blocks in the set, sealing the match with a decisive 3–0 run from 22–20.

Tactical Story

Neftohimic Burgas dictated play with a 12–4 advantage in service aces, frequently targeting Levski’s left-side passer. Their block–defense system held Levski to a .235 attack percentage, well below the team’s season average. Levski Sofia relied heavily on outside hitter Todor Todorov (18 points), but received limited support from the right side, where Neftohimic’s double blocks proved effective in transition.

Standout Performers

• Martin Ivanov (Neftohimic): 22 points, including 4 aces and 3 blocks.
• Hristo Petkov (Neftohimic): 14 kills at 62% efficiency, plus 2 solo blocks.
• Todor Todorov (Levski Sofia): 18 kills, 1 ace, 1 block.
• Georgi Velikov (Levski Sofia): 35 assists and 8 digs in a losing effort.

Season Impact

The win improved Neftohimic Burgas to 14–6 on the season, keeping them within striking distance of the SuperLiga top four. Levski Sofia dropped to 11–9 and remain in sixth place, now three matches back of a playoff spot with seven regular-season games remaining. The two teams meet again on May 15 in Burgas.