YUXI, China (Interstat) — Yunnan Yukun FC opened its Chinese Super League season with a 1-0 victory over Qingdao Xihaian FC on Sunday at Yuxi Highland Sports Center Stadium. The match’s lone goal came just two minutes into play, with forward Pedro scoring the decisive finish. Defenders Li Songyi and Ma Zhen, along with substitute Song Haoyu and midfielder Nené, were credited with assists on the quick strike. The win gives Yunnan a perfect start to the CSL campaign, while Qingdao begins with a loss. The result defied a pregame projection from Interstat, which gave Yunnan an 89.5% chance to win but forecast a 2-1 scoreline.