ABERDEEN, Scotland (Interstat) — Substitute Martial Godo’s first-half goal gave RC Strasbourg Alsace a 1-0 victory over Aberdeen FC in UEFA Europa Conference League group stage play Thursday at Pittodrie Stadium.

Godo scored in the 35th minute, converting after a buildup assisted by Mats Knoester. The goal defied pregame projections that favored the Scottish side. Aberdeen, which entered as a slight favorite according to an ELO probability model, failed to find an equalizer.

The match was a physical affair, featuring seven yellow cards. The result gives Strasbourg a winning start in the competition, while Aberdeen begins with a defeat. Both clubs see their overall season records mirror their Conference League start.