The report
Key Events:
- 11' Lough Albion scores
- 31' Lough Albion scores
- 35' Lough Albion scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
- 42' Yellow card to Lough Albion an unnamed player
- 45' Yellow card to Bellinston Branko Bartolić
- 50' Yellow card to Bellinston Jorge Alvez
- 59' Yellow card to Lough Albion an unnamed player
- 75' Lough Albion scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
Lough Albion’s attacking potency was evident from the outset, with their xG of 2.15 vastly outstripping Bellinston’s modest 0.51. The visitors created numerous high-quality chances, converting three of them, including a goal in the 11th minute that set the tone. Luis Pinto was instrumental, assisting twice and earning a commendable 7.0 rating, while Albion’s overall shot count of nine, with eight on target, underscored their relentless pursuit of goal. Bellinston, meanwhile, struggled to muster meaningful opportunities, managing only two shots, both on target, but failing to threaten the Albion goal. The tactical battle was largely one-sided, with Albion’s superior shot quality and possession control translating into a comfortable victory.
Discipline also played a role, with both sides receiving two yellow cards, but no red cards to alter the flow. Bellinston’s defensive organization was breached repeatedly, and their inability to capitalize on limited possession was telling. Albion’s resilience and attacking sharpness ultimately sealed the game, with the final goal arriving in the 75th minute, again assisted by Luis Pinto. The match served as a reminder that in football, as in life, opportunity favors the prepared and the ruthless.
Bellinston Players - No player reached 7.0, reflecting the overall struggle of the home side to impose themselves.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Bellinston 51% - Lough Albion 49% Shots (On Target): Bellinston 2 (2) - Lough Albion 9 (8) Corners: Bellinston 4 - Lough Albion 5 Fouls: Bellinston 8 - Lough Albion 10 Yellow Cards: Bellinston 2 - Lough Albion 2 Red Cards: Bellinston 0 - Lough Albion 0 Dribbles: Bellinston 11 - Lough Albion 8 Pass Accuracy: Bellinston 84% - Lough Albion 81%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Luis Pinto*
The architect of Albion’s attack, his two assists and overall influence earned him top marks.
Unnamed Albion Player*
Contributed defensively and maintained composure, helping to stifle Bellinston’s limited threats.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Eric Faure, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

