PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Interstat) — Visakha opened its C-League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Kirivong Sok Sen on Sunday at Visakha Stadium.

Forward Lucas Dias gave the hosts an immediate lead, scoring just three minutes into the match. The visitors equalized before halftime through substitute Ekene Azike in the 45th minute. Visakha secured the win in the 74th minute when midfielder Park Jungbin headed home the decisive goal.

The result gave Visakha a winning start to both its league season and overall campaign, while Kirivong Sok Sen began with a loss in each. The match featured seven yellow cards, four issued in the second half. The outcome was tighter than pregame projections, which heavily favored Visakha.