The report
Key Events:
- 7' Holvilde Villa Bernhard Klein scores, assisted by Alvaro Blanco
- 10' Holvilde Villa Bernhard Klein scores, assisted by Jeff Savard
- 32' Holvilde Villa Didier Martin scores, assisted by Bernhard Klein
- 34' Yellow card to Holvilde Villa Jeff Savard
- 53' Holvilde Villa Nestor Ramos scores
- 56' Holvilde Villa Fernando Lourenço scores, assisted by Nestor Ramos
- 59' Yellow card to Blary Telmo Almeida
- 62' Holvilde Villa Paul Durand scores, assisted by Jeff Savard
- 69' Blary Sebastiao Da Silva scores, assisted by Mario Valentić
- 74' Yellow card to Holvilde Villa Bernhard Klein
- 76' Blary Sebastiao Da Silva scores, assisted by Giuseppe Garofalo
- 82' Yellow card to Blary Sebastiao Da Silva
The match’s key turning points came early, with Bernhard Klein netting twice within the first ten minutes, assisted by Alvaro Blanco and Jeff Savard. Villa’s attacking trio, led by Klein and supported by Didier Martin, who added a third before halftime, kept the visitors on the back foot. Blary’s Sebastiao Da Silva managed to score twice, once in the 69th minute and again in the 76th, but their efforts were ultimately insufficient against Villa’s relentless forward line. The hosts’ ability to convert their chances, despite slightly lower possession, underlines their efficiency and tactical discipline.
Expected Goals figures reflect the game’s narrative: Villa’s 4.09 xG indicates they were slightly overperforming, capitalizing on their opportunities, while Blary’s 3.82 xG suggests they created enough to threaten but lacked the finishing touch. Villa’s goal-scoring was a mixture of clinical finishing and opportunism, whereas Blary’s attempts, although numerous, fell just short of the mark. Villa’s disciplined defending, complemented by 17 saves from their goalkeeper, kept the visitors at bay, while Villa’s 80% pass accuracy and balanced possession underpinned their controlled approach.
On the visitors’ side, Sebastiao Da Silva earned a commendable 7.3/10 for his brace, demonstrating resilience and finishing quality despite the heavy defeat. His goals kept Blary’s hopes alive momentarily, but ultimately, Villa’s superior finishing and tactical execution proved decisive.
The statistics reveal a game where Villa’s disciplined defending and clinical finishing ultimately overshadowed Blary’s slightly superior possession and passing accuracy. Villa’s goalkeeper’s 17 saves highlight their resilience, while Blary’s inability to convert their chances into goals was their undoing. The match was a testament to the importance of finishing and tactical discipline in this division, with Villa’s early burst setting the tone for a comprehensive victory.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Bernhard Klein*
A dynamic presence, scoring twice and providing an assist, Klein was the catalyst for Villa’s dominance.
Nestor Ramos*
His goal and assist helped cement Villa’s control in midfield and attack.
Didier Martin*
Scored a well-timed goal, adding to Villa’s lead before halftime.
Fernando Lourenço*
His goal in the 56th minute showcased his finishing prowess.
Paul Durand*
Rounded off Villa’s scoring with a neat finish, contributing to the relentless pressure.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Alvaro Blanco to Bernhard Klein. 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

