Banca Macerata Fisiomed secured a place in the playoffs after a dramatic home victory against Rinascita Lagonegro with a score of 3:2 (25:22, 18:25, 25:21, 22:25, 23:21) in a match from the 12th round of the second half of the season. Giannini's team overcame their opponent after more than two hours of play and a third consecutive tie-break within a week.

Bulgarian internationals Denis Karyagin and Rusi Zhelev were at the center of the action. Karyagin played a key role in the victory and finished as the top scorer with 24 points, recording a +10 efficiency rating, 1 ace, and 2 blocks, with 53% attack efficiency and 50% positive reception. He was decisive in the most crucial moments, including the tie-break.

Zhelev also made a solid contribution with 13 points (+2), adding 1 ace and 2 blocks. In reception, he registered 46% positive, and in attack, he finished with 34% success rate, contributing to the balance in his team's play.

The match saw constant lead changes and was decided in a dramatic fifth set, where the hosts demonstrated greater composure for the final score of 23:21.

With the victory, Macerata secured its participation in the playoffs one round before the end of the regular season. In the final round, the team will play without pressure, aiming for a higher ranking before the eliminations.