Chengdu Rongcheng FC 2, FC Machida Zelvia 3

TOKYO (Interstat) — In a stunning reversal of pregame projections, Japan’s FC Machida Zelvia opened its AFC Champions League campaign with a dramatic 3-2 victory over China’s Cheng Rongcheng on Tuesday night at Machida GION Stadium. The match defied statistical expectations from the outset. Pre-game analysis by Interstat gave Cheng Rongcheng a 79.90 percent probability to win, with its simulator predicting a 1-1 draw. Instead, the hosts delivered an assertive performance to claim three points in the continental tournament. Machida Zelvia seized control early, with forward Tete Yengi opening the scoring in the 7th minute. The Australian international connected on… Read more...