Levski Sofia extend reign as club Volleyball season in Bulgaria ignites with SuperCup
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The new domestic club Volleyball season in Bulgaria has officially burst into life, delivering high-octane action, historic milestones, and a clear message from the nation's reigning powerhouse. Over an electrifying two-day span, the WINBET SuperCup 2026 set the stage for what promises to be a monumental campaign.
Levski Sofia claim fourth consecutive SuperCup crown
Defending champions Levski Sofia proved that their domestic dominance remains undisputed. Over the course of the intense two-day tournament, the "Blues" masterfully navigated their way to yet another piece of silverware, capturing their fourth consecutive WINBET SuperCup title.
Levski's journey to the trophy featured a clinical performance in the semi-finals, where they swept Lokomotiv Avia in straight sets (3-0). They followed up this dominant display in the final against Neftochimic Burgas, overcoming a resilient opponent to secure a 3-1 victory and lift the first major trophy of the 2026/2027 season.
The League opens with a Burgas blockbuster and star-studded rosters
The action shifts immediately from the SuperCup podium to the start of the regular league season today, October 22. The opening night features a fiery Burgas derby between Deya Volley and Neftochimic.
The city of Burgas is rapidly turning into one of the most exciting epicentres of European Volleyball and culture. Not only is the coastal hub buzzing with elite domestic matchups and having hosted VNL week in 2025, but it was also recently announced that Burgas will host the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 - putting the city on the international entertainment map.
Adding to the local fervor, the domestic league has welcomed back a true living legend: legendary Bulgarian star Tsvetan Sokolov has returned to the Bulgarian league after years of starring abroad, signing a blockbuster deal to play for Deya Volley. His presence instantly elevates the profile and competitiveness of the league.
11 Teams battle in first tier as innovations and youth focus take centre stage in the second tier
A total of 11 teams will compete in the first league this season, with top-tier action tipping off today along with the grand return of the official Bulgarian Volleyball League Fantasy Game. Fans can once again step into the shoes of fantasy managers to assemble and manage their dream rosters for every round of the campaign.
Off the court, the league is driving major advancements to elevate Bulgarian Volleyball even further:
Top League Innovations: The second division (Top League), which serves off on October 31, will serve as a launching pad for key structural developments. This includes rolling out enhanced digitalisation initiatives and specialised software to streamline match management and club operations.
Youth policy push: The Top League will also implement targeted youth development policies, creating direct pathways and more playing time for rising young talents coming through the Superleague pipelines to nurture the nation's next generation.
European ambitions: four Bulgarian clubs ready for continental battles
Four Bulgarian heavyweights are set to represent the nation on the European stage across three major CEV competitions:
CEV Champions League: National champions Levski Sofia enter directly in the 2nd qualifying round, facing the winner of Kuutio Pafiakos Pafos (Cyprus) vs. Mladost Zagreb (Croatia).
CEV Cup: SuperCup runners-up Neftochimic 2010 begin their campaign in the 1/16-finals against Netherlands' Draisma Dynamo Apeldoorn.
CEV Challenge Cup: Both CSKA and Lokomotiv Avia start in the 1/32-finals. CSKA takes on Ukraine's Epicentr Horodok, while Lokomotiv Avia meets Montenegro's Budva.
