Hexhamsey 1 - 1 Spalvilsbe

Key Events:

• 4' Yellow card to Spalvilsbe Philippe Robert
• 7' Hexhamsey Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
• 13' Spalvilsbe Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
• 47' Yellow card to Hexhamsey Philippe Robert
• 62' Yellow card to Spalvilsbe Zdravko Ivanišević
• 71' Yellow card to Spalvilsbe Pedro Chagas

The game was characterized by a possession advantage for Hexhamsey, who held the ball 58% of the time, and created a higher volume of chances, with 13 shots compared to Spalvilsbe’s six. Hexhamsey’s expected goals (xG) of 2.82 suggest they were the more threatening side, pressing forward with a mix of dribbles and precise passing, though they only managed to convert once. Spalvilsbe, with an xG of 1.38, relied on their solid defensive shape and opportunistic counterattacks, which yielded their equalizer. The match saw a flurry of yellow cards, notably to Philippe Robert and Zdravko Ivanišević, hinting at a game played with a certain edge. Despite the fouls and cautions, the game remained largely disciplined, with no red cards to mar the proceedings.

Tactically, Hexhamsey’s high possession and passing accuracy (84%) allowed them to dominate the build-up, but they struggled to find the decisive finish. Spalvilsbe’s disciplined approach kept them in the game, and their goalkeeper’s 17 saves indicate a busy night between the sticks. The visitors’ ability to absorb pressure and strike on the break kept the scoreline level, though their own attacking output was limited. The game’s key moments—Pires’s early goal and Robert’s equalizer—highlight the fine margins that define this division. Both sides will take heart from their defensive resilience, but Hexhamsey might rue missed opportunities, while Spalvilsbe will feel fortunate to escape with a point.

Hexhamsey:

• Nilson Pires (7.2) - Scored a well-taken opener and was lively throughout.
• Pedro Chagas (7.0) - Provided the assist and kept the midfield ticking.
• Michel Lemoine (6.8) - Worked tirelessly in midfield, though less influential in attack.

Spalvilsbe:

• Philippe Robert (6.9) - Bookended the game with a yellow card and a goal, showing both threat and temper.
• Michel Lemoine (6.7) - Played a key role in the build-up and scored the assist for Robert.
• Zdravko Ivanišević (6.6) - Solid in defense but picked up a yellow card late on.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Hexhamsey 58% - Spalvilsbe 42% Shots (On Target): Hexhamsey 13 (10) - Spalvilsbe 6 (5) Corners: Hexhamsey 5 - Spalvilsbe 1 Fouls: Hexhamsey 8 - Spalvilsbe 10 Yellow Cards: Hexhamsey 1 - Spalvilsbe 3 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Hexhamsey 14 - Spalvilsbe 5 Pass Accuracy: Hexhamsey 84% - Spalvilsbe 78%