HAMRUN, Malta (Interstat) — Gzira United opened its Malta Premier League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Naxxar Lions on Thursday at Victor Tedesco Stadium. The home side outperformed statistical projections, which had favored Gzira United with an 82.6% win probability and a predicted 2-1 scoreline. Jork Becerra opened the scoring in the 30th minute, followed by a second-half strike from Kanté in the 66th. Naxxar Lions managed a consolation goal late in the match. Both clubs now hold 0-0 records to start the new league season.