Italy (W) vs Bulgaria (W) Prediction 31 August 2026

    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    25
    25
    18
    13
    13

    🔊 The playoffs kick off with a clash where Italy are clear favourites. The team cruised through the group stage, reaffirming their status as one of the top contenders for the title. Bulgaria have managed to reach the Round of 16, but now face opposition of an entirely different calibre. Can the Bulgarian side put up a fight and keep things interesting, or will the Italians take another step toward the championship with minimal fuss?

    Head-to-Head

    📊 Italy and Bulgaria have faced off eight times, with the Italians coming out on top in every encounter. Their most recent head-to-head took place on June 3, 2026, when Italy cruised to a 3-0 victory.

    Head-to-head statistics Italy (W) - Bulgaria (W)

    31.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    18
    25
    13
    25
    13
    03.06.26
    Nations League, Women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    22
    25
    16
    27
    25
    18.06.25
    Nations League, Women
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    1
    3
    17
    25
    25
    23
    15
    25
    15
    25
    17.05.24
    Nations League, Women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    11
    25
    22
    25
    19
    19.08.23
    European Ch.ship Women
    Bulgaria
    Bulgaria
    Italy
    Italy
    0
    3
    16
    25
    17
    25
    13
    25
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    Italy (W) Team Overview

    Italy are firmly in control of the tournament, having won all five of their matches while dropping just one set. Averaging 78.8 points per game, they have showcased impressive offensive efficiency. Over their last ten outings, Italy have claimed nine victories, underlining their strong form and consistency.

    Match Results: Italy (W)

    06.09.26
    European Volleyball Championship, women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Turkey (W)
    Turkey (W)
    2
    3
    25
    16
    22
    25
    25
    12
    21
    25
    10
    15
    L
    05.09.26
    European Volleyball Championship, women
    Poland (W)
    Poland (W)
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    1
    3
    19
    25
    19
    25
    25
    21
    16
    25
    W
    02.09.26
    European Volleyball Championship, women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Sweden (W)
    Sweden (W)
    3
    1
    21
    25
    26
    24
    25
    21
    25
    23
    W
    31.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    18
    25
    13
    25
    13
    W
    26.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    France (W)
    France (W)
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    1
    3
    19
    25
    25
    19
    23
    25
    19
    25
    W
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    Bulgaria (W) Team Overview

    Bulgaria have won just two of their five games in this tournament, which leaves them fourth in the standings. Nevertheless, they consistently surpass the 54.5-point mark-a trend backed up by the stats: Bulgaria have scored over 54.5 points in 13 of their last 14 outings. This highlights their ability to put up points even in tough matchups.

    Match Results: Bulgaria (W)

    31.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Italy (W)
    Italy (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    18
    25
    13
    25
    13
    L
    27.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Czech Republic (W)
    Czech Republic (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    28
    26
    25
    19
    25
    19
    L
    26.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Austria (W)
    Austria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    2
    3
    26
    24
    25
    15
    15
    25
    16
    25
    4
    15
    W
    24.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Serbia (W)
    Serbia (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    0
    25
    18
    25
    14
    25
    20
    L
    23.08.26
    European Ch.ship Women
    Greece (W)
    Greece (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    3
    1
    25
    20
    21
    25
    25
    18
    25
    23
    L
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    ⭐️ Editor’s Prediction

    Italy enter this matchup as clear favourites, boasting impressive stats and top form. However, Bulgaria have shown they can put up points, regularly surpassing the 54.5 mark in most of their games. While Italy have dominated the head-to-head record, Bulgaria are more than capable of putting up a fight. The recommended bet is Bulgaria’s individual total over 54.5 points.
    Bulgaria (W) Total Over (54,5)
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    Published: 29/08/2026, 14:25
    Artyom Ivanov
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    Betting Tips: Italy (W) - Bulgaria (W)

    Italy (W) have won:
    italy-1bulgaria-1in last 8 games against Bulgaria (W).
    italy-1in 12 of last 13 games.
    italy-1in last 5 games (European Ch.ship Women).
    Italy (W) to Win
    -10000
    Italy (W) have won the 1st set:
    italy-1bulgaria-1in last 8 games against Bulgaria (W).
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    italy-1in last 5 games (European Ch.ship Women).
    1st Set Italy (W) to Win
    -1667
    Italy (W) have won the 3rd set:
    italy-1bulgaria-1in last 8 games against Bulgaria (W).
    italy-1in last 6 games.
    italy-1in last 5 games (European Ch.ship Women).
    3rd Set Italy (W) to Win
    -2500
    Italy (W) have won the 2nd set:
    italy-1bulgaria-1in 7 of last 8 games against Bulgaria (W).
    2nd Set Italy (W) to Win
    -2500
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    Italy (W) - Bulgaria (W) Table position

    Pool B
    gWLGDPForm
    1.
    Serbia (W)
    Serbia (W)
    55015-115
    2.
    Czech Republic (W)
    Czech Republic (W)
    54113-512
    3.
    Greece (W)
    Greece (W)
    53210-108
    4.
    Bulgaria (W)
    Bulgaria (W)
    5237-115
    5.
    Ukraine (W)
    Ukraine (W)
    5146-124