The report
Key Events:
- 14' Yellow card to Whill United Julio Cortes
- 29' Yellow card to St Islow Allan Carroll
- 30' Yellow card to Whill United Eric Moreau
- 41' Yellow card to St Islow Jorge Alvez
- 51' St Islow Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 65' Yellow card to Whill United Cosimo Lombardo
- 71' Whill United Julio Cortes scores, assisted by Kyungsoo Chae
- 78' St Islow Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 90' Whill United Julio Cortes scores, assisted by Friedrich Roth
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: The match saw Whill United generate an impressive 2.97 xG from 13 shots, with 11 on target, indicating their offensive dominance and high-quality chances. Despite this, they only converted three goals, highlighting some finishing inefficiency. Conversely, St Islow created fewer opportunities, with a 1.64 xG from 7 shots, but their clinical finishing kept them in the game. The tactical battle was reflected in the xG figures, with Whill United slightly overperforming their expected goals, while St Islow converted their limited chances effectively. This suggests Whill United’s attacking pressure was well-founded, but they lacked the finishing touch to secure all three points.
No other players reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, but the match saw several solid performances across both sides.
The statistics reflect a closely fought contest, with Whill United slightly edging in possession and shot quality, but St Islow showing resilience and clinical finishing. The match was characterized by tactical discipline, with both sides committing numerous fouls and receiving yellow cards, adding to the intensity of the encounter. The goalkeepers were kept busy, especially the St Islow shot-stopper, who made 14 saves, keeping his side in the game despite the attacking pressure from the hosts.
This draw leaves both teams with plenty to build on, as Whill United look to improve their finishing, while St Islow aim to convert more of their chances into goals in upcoming fixtures.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Julio Cortes*
The standout performer for Whill United, scoring twice and earning a yellow card, his influence was pivotal in their attacking efforts.
Pedro Chagas*
The goal scorer for St Islow and provider of the assist, his all-around play was crucial in their offensive display.
Kyungsoo Chae*
His assist for Cortes’s second goal showcased his creative spark and link-up play.
Friedrich Roth*
His involvement in the build-up and the assist for Cortes’s third goal demonstrated his importance in the hosts’ attack.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Pedro Chagas to Nilson Pires. The event log names a helper; it does not name a body part.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison