Kolkheti 1913 0, SK Guria Lanchkuti 1

COCHRAN, Ga. (Interstat) — In a match that defied pregame projections, Guria edged out rival Kolkheti Poti 1-0 on Friday in the opening round of the David Kipiani Cup. The lone goal, a header from defender Beka Beridze in the 63rd minute, was enough to secure the victory for the home side at Stadioni Evgrapi Shevardnadze. The result was a surprise to statistical models, which heavily favored the visiting team. Interstat’s ELO system had given Kolkheti Poti a 62.80 percent probability of winning, while its game simulator had predicted a 1-1 draw. Instead, Guria’s defense held firm to start its… Read more...