The report
Key Events:
- 4' Bred Villa Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 12' Bred Villa Craig Martin scores, assisted by Phillip Lewis
- 33' Bred Villa Craig Martin scores, assisted by Graham Harrison
- 36' Yellow card to Bred Villa Philippe Robert
- 39' Yellow card to Bred Villa Thiago Gomes
- 59' Bred Villa Craig Martin scores, assisted by Phillip Lewis
- 67' Bred Villa Craig Martin scores, assisted by Phillip Lewis
- 72' Waltby Stave Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 78' Waltby Stave Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 86' Yellow card to Bred Villa Graham Harrison
The match was characterized by Bred Villa’s dominance in shots and possession, with their 14 attempts on goal far exceeding Waltby Stave’s four. The visitors’ xG of 3.09 starkly contrasted with the home side’s 0.91, reflecting the quality of chances created. Bred Villa’s ability to convert their opportunities—particularly through Craig Martin, who scored four times—highlighted their clinical edge. Waltby Stave’s goal, scored by Nilson Pires in the 72nd minute, was a rare bright spot amid the chaos, but the game’s flow was largely dictated by Villa’s control and precision.
Despite the scoreline, Waltby Stave’s disciplined approach kept the game competitive for a time, but the sheer volume of Bred Villa’s chances and their tactical discipline, exemplified by their 16 corners and aggressive pressing, ultimately overwhelmed the hosts. The yellow cards to Philippe Robert, Thiago Gomes, and Graham Harrison underscored the intensity and frustration that built as Villa’s relentless attack kept the pressure on. The game’s outcome was a testament to Villa’s offensive efficiency and their capacity to capitalize on the few chances they created, leaving Waltby Stave with a tough lesson in finishing and defensive resilience.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Waltby Stave 62% - Bred Villa 38% Shots (On Target): Waltby Stave 4 (3) - Bred Villa 14 (11) Corners: Waltby Stave 16 - Bred Villa 3 Fouls: Waltby Stave 5 - Bred Villa 18 Yellow Cards: Waltby Stave 0 - Bred Villa 3 Red Cards: Waltby Stave 0 - Bred Villa 0 Dribbles: Waltby Stave 9 - Bred Villa 6 Pass Accuracy: Waltby Stave 86% - Bred Villa 79%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Nilson Pires*
Scored a crucial goal and contributed to the overall effort.
Craig Martin*
A hat-trick of goals, his movement and finishing were exceptional.
Phillip Lewis*
Provided three assists, orchestrating Villa’s attack with precision.
Graham Harrison*
His assist and work rate helped sustain Villa’s offensive pressure.
Michel Lemoine*
Played a solid role in midfield, linking play effectively.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Pedro Chagas to Philippe Robert. 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

