KUMANOVO, North Macedonia (Interstat) — Bashkimi Kumanovo opened its First League season with a 1-0 victory over Pelister on Tuesday at Milano Arena. The lone goal came in the 38th minute from Sumer Hasan, securing the win for the home side. The result defied pre-match projections, as statistical models had favored Pelister to win and predicted a draw. With the loss, Pelister begins its league campaign 0-1, while Bashkimi Kumanovo starts 1-0. Both clubs see their overall season records mirror the result from this match.