The report
Key Events:
- 9' Yellow card to Garaircot John Bailey
- 12' Garaircot Eric Moreau scores, assisted by John Bailey
- 18' Yellow card to Garaircot Eckhard Köhler
- 29' Yellow card to Garaircot Julio Cortes
- 38' Garaircot Ivan Cvetković scores, assisted by Eckhard Köhler
- 53' Yellow card to Lyne Rangers Michael Brown
- 56' Lyne Rangers Philippe Robert scores
- 57' Yellow card to Garaircot Marcel Durand
- 70' Garaircot Ivan Cvetković scores, assisted by Marcel Durand
- 80' Garaircot Richard Stone scores, assisted by Julio Cortes
For Lyne Rangers, Philippe Robert scored a consolation and was lively throughout, but no players reached the 7.0+ threshold.
The statistics reflect a balanced game in possession, but Garaircot’s superior shot accuracy and clinical finishing ultimately dictated the outcome. Despite Lyne Rangers' efforts, their xG suggests they were slightly fortunate not to score more, while Garaircot’s efficiency was evident in their goal tally. The disciplined approach and strategic use of set-pieces helped Garaircot secure their victory, with their defense holding firm against the hosts’ attempts to rally late in the game.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Ivan Cvetković*
His brace and all-around attacking threat made him the standout performer on the pitch.
Eric Moreau*
Scored the opening goal and was a constant menace down the flank.
Julio Cortes*
Provided width and creativity, earning a yellow card for his aggressive play.
Richard Stone*
Sealed the win with a late goal, showing composure in front of goal.
Eckhard Köhler*
Contributed defensively and assisted in Cvetković’s second goal.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Eric Moreau for Garaircot. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison