Match Summary
Sweden secured a comeback victory in the first leg of the Men`s CEV European Silver League Final, defeating Hungary 3-1 (18-25, 25-21, 25-22, 25-19). The match took place on Wednesday, July 3, 2025, at the Messzi István Sportcsarnok in Kecskemét.
Hungary made a strong start on home soil, claiming the opening set 25-18. Péter Varga was particularly effective for the hosts early in the set. This marked only the second set Sweden had lost throughout the entire competition, demonstrating the intensity of Hungary`s initial performance.
However, Sweden, coached by Gido Vermeulen, quickly regrouped and took control, winning the subsequent three sets. Outside hitter Viktor Lindberg was a key factor in their turnaround, leading all scorers with 18 points, which included 2 kill blocks and 1 ace.
EKSTRAND Hampus, Sweden Outside Spiker
The series now moves to Sweden for the second leg. With their 3-1 advantage from the first match, Sweden needs just one more victory to lift the 2025 CEV Silver League trophy in front of their home crowd.
Hungary faces a significant challenge. To keep their title hopes alive, they must win the return match by any set score to force a decisive golden set. The winner of this single set would then claim the championship. Hungary will need to replicate the strong start they showed in the first leg to put pressure on Sweden.
Jasper Thornfield 
Finley Blackwood