Kubler lifts Freiburg past Trabzonspor as Lugano takes Conference League lead

Berlin, Nov 6 (UNI) Lukas Kubler struck early as Freiburg claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory away to Trabzonspor in the UEFA Conference League, while Lugano moved to the top of the standings after maintaining its perfect record. Julian Schuster's side made the brighter start, pressing aggressively and repeatedly forcing mistakes in the opposition half on Thursday. The visitors' early dominance paid off in the 14th minute when Vincenzo Grifo delivered a corner that Igor Matanovic headed toward goal. Goalkeeper Andre Onana saved the initial effort, but Kubler reacted quickest to fire home the rebound. Trabzonspor gradually settled into the contest,…