The report
Key Events:
- 6' Yellow card to Kesworne United Alberto Marinelli
- 8' Easilth Rovers Patrice Kra scores
- 9' Yellow card to Kesworne United Steven White
- 15' Easilth Rovers Philip Ekpo scores
- 16' Yellow card to Kesworne United Glenn Brennan
- 19' Easilth Rovers Andres Reyes scores, assisted by Philip Ekpo
- 22' Easilth Rovers Philip Ekpo scores, assisted by Patrice Kra
- 32' Easilth Rovers Patrice Kra scores, assisted by Anthony James
- 65' Yellow card to Easilth Rovers Anthony James
- 72' Easilth Rovers Anthony James scores, assisted by Patrice Kra
- 89' Yellow card to Easilth Rovers Virgil White
No players from Kesworne United reached the 7.0 rating threshold, reflecting their struggles to impose themselves offensively or defensively.
Easilth Rovers’ clinical finishing, combined with their tactical discipline, allowed them to convert their chances effectively, despite a modest xG. Their ability to capitalize on key moments, especially through Kra and Ekpo, was the difference-maker. Kesworne United, while competitive in possession and dribbling, failed to translate their efforts into meaningful scoring opportunities, as reflected in their low xG and shot count. The hosts’ defensive organization and goalkeeping kept Kesworne at bay, sealing a comprehensive victory that boosts their confidence for upcoming fixtures.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Patrice Kra*
An outstanding performance, scoring twice and providing an assist, orchestrating much of the home side’s attacking play.
Philip Ekpo*
A goal and assist to his name, Ekpo was a constant threat and creative force.
Anthony James*
Contributed with a goal and an assist, while also drawing a yellow card for his energetic play.
Andres Reyes*
Scored a well-placed finish, adding to the hosts’ commanding lead.
Virgil White*
Maintained composure in defense and picked up a late yellow card for a tactical foul.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Patrice Kra for Easilth Rovers. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison