SUKHOTHAI, Thailand (Interstat) — Buriram United began its Thai League 1 campaign with a narrow 1-0 road victory over Sukhothai on Wednesday at Thung Thalay Luang Stadium. Robert Žulj scored the game’s lone goal in the 61st minute to secure the win.

The match was a physical affair, featuring six yellow cards. Sukhothai played a man down for most of the contest after Bissoli received a red card in the 35th minute. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the home side could not find an equalizer.

The result defied pre-match projections, as statistical models heavily favored Sukhothai. Buriram United improved to 1-0-0 in league play, while Sukhothai fell to 0-0-1.