BURTON UPON TRENT, England (Interstat) — Stevenage began its League One campaign with a 1-0 victory over Burton Albion at Pirelli Stadium on Saturday, March 7, 2026, defying pregame projections.

Substitute Jamie Reid scored the game’s only goal in the 44th minute to secure the three points for the visitors. The finish came after a buildup involving fellow substitutes Carl Piergianni and Harvey White, who were credited with assists.

The result overturned statistical expectations, as Interstat’s simulator had projected a 1-1 draw and gave the host Brewers a 59.1 percent probability to win. The match grew contentious in the second half, with four yellow cards issued, including one to Stevenage’s Reid for his goal celebration.

Stevenage starts the season with a win, while Burton Albion opens with a loss.