Bulgaria – Israel
The home heroes of Bulgaria did not find it too difficult to edge Israel in straight sets. Actually the guests started out pretty strong going up 8:6 in the first set but Bulgaria changed its pace after the second technical time-out showing great combinations and a very solid defense. Israel gradually lost their lead and the score was evened at 17 all before the hosts scored four in a row to pave the way for the final 25-21.
Bulgaria did not waste too much time to impose its supremacy in set 2 (6:2) and by displaying spectacular actions in defense, the home side confidently cruised to the 25-17 that shaped up a 2:0 lead in sets.
After a close start (3:3), Bulgaria seemed to lose focus in set 3 conceding three consecutive points but responded well to a time-out asked by their head coach Dragan Nesic claiming the next four rallies and getting back on track. Bulgaria was up 16:11 at the second technical time-out and though Israel fought bravely, the hosts could finish it off in straight sets (25-15) and in great fashion.
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