Nakovski Volley beaten 1–3 by Drita in Strumica at Balkan Cup opener
The Macedonian vice-champion won the first set 25:20, but Drita took the next three sets 25:20 to win 3–1.
Nakovski Volley opened their BVA Balkan Cup 2026 campaign in Strumica with a 1–3 defeat to Kosovo side Drita. The Macedonian vice-champions started strongly but were unable to maintain the momentum as Drita recovered to take the match.
Match highlights
Nakovski Volley won the opening set 25:20 and looked set to challenge for a positive result. Drita, however, raised the level of their attacking play and responded by winning the next three sets—each by the identical score of 25:20—sealing a 3–1 victory.
The result leaves Nakovski Volley with work to do in the Strumica pool as the competition continues. The team will next face Olympiacos and CSKA Sofia and must produce stronger consistency if they hope to advance.
Coaches and players from Nakovski Volley will be searching for tactical adjustments after a match in which early promise was followed by a rapid shift in momentum. Drita’s ability to replicate the 25:20 scoreline three times underlined their steadiness in crucial phases.
The BVA Balkan Cup 2026 continues in Strumica with both teams looking to build from the opening day: Drita buoyed by an away win, Nakovski Volley seeking a response in their upcoming fixtures.
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