ITA M: Padova Triumphs in Five-Set Battle

SuperLega Credem Banca – Regular Season – Round 12

Sonepar Padova delivered a thrilling five-set victory over Cucine Lube Civitanova (18-25, 25-20, 25-19, 23-25, 15-8), all but guaranteeing their stay in SuperLega Credem Banca. Despite the loss, Civitanova secured third place in the regular season, locking in a strong playoff position.

SuperLega Match Results:

• Sonepar Padova – Cucine Lube Civitanova 3-2 (18-25, 25-20, 25-19, 23-25, 15-8)
• Rana Verona – Sir Susa Vim Perugia 2-3 (19-25, 25-23, 20-25, 25-22, 7-15)
• Valsa Group Modena – Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza 2-3 (21-25, 25-16, 25-20, 20-25, 6-15)
• Allianz Milano – Gioiella Prisma Taranto 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-21)
• Mint Vero Volley Monza – Yuasa Battery Grottazzolina 0-3 (22-25, 24-26, 21-25)
• Itas Trentino – Cisterna Volley 3-0 (25-17, 25-15, 25-19)

Padova’s Big Win – Key Highlights:

✅ Luca Porro shines – 24 points (61% attack) lead Padova to victory.
✅ Civitanova locks third – Mattia Bottolo with 17 points (54% attack) was the top scorer of Lube Volley.
✅ Playoff race heats up – Perugia and Trentino (51 points) battle for first, with Civitanova (43) firmly in third.

With two matches left, Padova is on the brink of safety, while Civitanova turns its focus to the Scudetto Playoffs.

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