The Polish champions Bogdanka LUK Lublin stayed unbeaten in the CEV Champions League after a confident 3–1 away victory over Galatasaray HDI Istanbul.
Playing at the Burhan Felek Sports Hall, Galatasaray made a strong start and edged a dramatic first set 26–24. From that moment on, however, the visitors took control of the match. Bogdanka raised their level in attack, served with more pressure, and dominated at the net to win the next three sets 25–17, 25–19, and 25–18. It should be noted that Galatasaray were significantly weakened by the absence of two team leaders, setter Arslan Ekşi and opposite Jean Patry, who missed this match due to illness.
Bogdanka were clearly stronger in the key areas, leading in attack efficiency (62% to 48%), blocks (9–6), and aces (7–4). Their consistency proved too much for the hosts as the match went on.
Wilfredo Leon once again led the way, earning MVP honors after scoring 21 points, including two aces and two blocks. Hilir Henno added 20 points, while Galatasaray’s top scorers were Can Koç (15) and Stephen Maar (14).
With three wins from three matches, Bogdanka LUK Lublin sit alone at the top of Pool B and are in a strong position as the group stage reaches its halfway point.
Pool B – CEV Champions League
- Galatasaray HDI Istanbul – Bogdanka LUK Lublin 1–3 (26–24, 17–25, 19–25, 18–25)
