Tallinn University began their Esiliiga season with a 3:0 win over Kiiļi on Thursday afternoon. The hosts took all three points at home, while the visitors started the campaign with a defeat. By then it was clear this fixture carries history between the two sides.
The result follows a familiar pattern. In April Tallinn University beat Kiiļi 3:2, then 3:0, and 3:2 in three consecutive meetings. Kiiļi have been reduced to watching from the other side of the scoreline now. The visitors took three points earlier in April against Eesti Maauilikoli, but that form has not carried over to the new season.
Table positions reflect the opening round disparity. Tallinn University sit top of the Esiliiga with one game played and three points. Kiiļi occupy ninth place having lost their first match without earning any points. The gap is immediate and unambiguous.
The visitors have one foot in trouble already, though it is only the first round. Tallinn University threw everything at it from the start and did not look back. Kiiļi changed shape at the break but could not find a response. The scoreline tells the story without needing extra detail.
This result means Tallinn University lead the table from the outset. Kiiļi trail in ninth place after their opening defeat. The hosts have been a menace all night in recent seasons; this was just another chapter. Three points on the board puts them ahead of the chasing pack before the second round begins.
