TIRANË, Albania (Interstat) — KF Tirana opened its 1st Division campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over visiting Vora on Sunday, defying pre-match projections in a one-sided contest at Stadiumi Selman Stërmasi.

Interstat’s game simulator had forecast a 2-1 win for Vora, with its ELO system giving the visitors a 58.5 percent probability of victory. Those figures were rendered obsolete by a dominant performance from the hosts, who controlled the match from the outset.

The home side needed only 12 minutes to take the lead. Freddy Álvarez found the net with an early strike, settling any nerves and setting the tone for KF Tirana’s assertive play. The first-half advantage stood at 1-0, but the hosts’ control was comprehensive.

The match was put beyond doubt in the second half through the efforts of Redon Xhixha. He doubled KF Tirana’s lead in the 66th minute, providing a crucial cushion. Xhixha was not finished, securing his brace and sealing the three points with another goal in the 80th minute. His two second-half strikes ensured there would be no late drama.

Vora, meanwhile, offered little in response throughout the 90 minutes. The visiting attack was stifled by a disciplined KF Tirana defense, failing to register a goal and rarely threatening to alter the trajectory of the match. The clean sheet underscored the home team’s defensive solidity to complement its efficient attacking display.

The result provides an immediate boost to KF Tirana’s aspirations in the Albanian 1st Division. The club begins the season with a perfect record of one win and no losses in the competition, mirroring its overall record across all contests this season. For Vora, the defeat marks a disappointing start, leaving them with a record of no wins and one loss both in the league and overall.

The final score of 3-0 reflected KF Tirana’s superiority on the day and served as a statement of intent for the campaign ahead. The victory in front of their home supporters at the historic Selman Stërmasi stadium sets a positive foundation as they look to build momentum. Vora will seek to regroup after a performance that fell well short of pre-game statistical expectations.