Partizani edged the hosts at “Elbasan Arena” today to close the first leg of the Albanian Cup quarterfinals.

The first-leg results from the four quarterfinal clashes, played yesterday and today, leave everything open ahead of the return matches. The semifinal spots will be decided on March 4.

In Ballsh, Vllaznia secured a narrow 1-0 win yesterday. Kastrati scored in the 28th minute. The Shkodra side managed the game well until the final whistle.

In Durrës, Egnatia came from behind to beat Teuta 2-1. Arifi gave the hosts the lead in the 11th minute. Egnatia responded in first-half added time. Adjessa equalized in the 46th minute. Kryeziu sealed the comeback in second-half stoppage time and gave Egnatia an important advantage.

At “Selman Stërmasi,” Dinamo City took a strong step toward the semifinals with a 2-0 win over Tirana. Vila scored in the 76th minute. Bregu doubled the lead in the 93rd minute.

At “Elbasan Arena,” Partizani secured a crucial away win. Skuka scored from the penalty spot in stoppage time.

First-leg results:

Bylis 0-1 Vllaznia
KF Teuta 1-2 Egnatia
Tirana 0-2 Dinamo City
AF Elbasani 0-1 Partizani

The return matches will take place on March 4. Teams will fight for a place among the final four of the Albanian Cup.

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