TIRANA, October 29 /ATSH/ – Egnatia edged out Teuta 1-0 today in the final fixture of the Abissnet Superiore’s ninth round, reclaiming the top spot in the league standings.
The victory, which also marks the conclusion of the championship’s first phase, reconfirmed that the reigning Albanian champions from Rrogozhina remain incredibly difficult to beat. With these three points, Egnatia leaps into first place, overtaking Teuta and handing them their first defeat of the season. Nevil Dede’s team now leads with 21 points, while Edlir Tetova’s squad sits just behind on 20 points.
While the derby between Tirana and Dinamo City played earlier in the day ended in a 1-1 draw. This match of the ninth round was marred by tension, with the referee flashing four red cards.
The other three matches of the “Abissnet Superiore” were played yesterday.
Vora secured a crucial 2-1 home victory against Vllaznia. Meanwhile, Skënderbeu and Laçi played out a 1-1 draw.
The most dramatic action unfolded at the “Elbasan Arena,” where Elbasani faced Partizani and won 2-1.
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