BUCHAREST, Romania (Interstat) — Bologna FC 1909 scored twice in the opening 12 minutes to secure a 2-1 victory over FCSB in the Europa League on Thursday at Arena Naţională. The result was a major upset, as statistical models heavily favored the Romanian side.

Substitute Jens Odgaard opened the scoring for the Italian club in the ninth minute, and fellow substitute Thijs Dallinga added another goal three minutes later. FCSB pulled one back in the 54th minute through Daniel Bîrligea, but could not find an equalizer. The match was a physical affair, with nine yellow cards issued by the officiating crew. Both teams opened their group stage campaigns with the result.