FUNCHAL, Portugal (Interstat) — Substitute Felix Bacher scored in the ninth minute to give Estoril a 1-0 victory over Nacional on Sunday in the Primeira Liga opener for both clubs.

The game’s only goal came early at Estádio da Madeira, with Bacher finishing after a sequence involving midfielder Chiheb Labidi. The match grew increasingly contentious, featuring nine yellow cards issued after the 76th minute, including one to Bacher.

The result defied pregame projections that favored the home side. Estoril begins its league campaign with a win, while Nacional starts with a loss.