The report
Key Events:
- 22' Wiley Athletic Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 25' Wiley Athletic Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 34' Wiley Athletic Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 37' Yellow card to Standon City Lindomar Da Silva
- 38' Wiley Athletic Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Seungwoo Jeong
- 40' Standon City Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Rainer Müller
- 44' Yellow card to Wiley Athletic Jorge Alvez
- 45' Standon City Ousmane Sylla scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
- 48' Yellow card to Standon City Khadim Diakhate
- 76' Wiley Athletic Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 84' Wiley Athletic Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 89' Standon City Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Norbert Fischer
Wiley Athletic's dominance was evident in their shot count and possession, though the expected goals (xG) suggested a more modest scoring rate. The home side's 15 shots to 13 for Standon City, with both sides hitting the target 11 times, indicates a game of high shot volume but somewhat inefficient finishing. The xG figures—3.2 for Wiley Athletic and 2.98 for Standon City—highlight that the goals were largely in line with the chances created, though Wiley's clinical finishing gave them a comfortable cushion. Michel Lemoine's four assists and the attacking versatility of Pedro Chagas and Philippe Robert kept the pressure on the visitors, who responded with spirited efforts and two goals from Luis Pinto and Ousmane Sylla.
Despite the high-scoring nature, the game was not without its disciplinary moments, with yellow cards for Lindomar Da Silva and Khadim Diakhate. Wiley Athletic's goalkeeper made 14 saves, often under pressure, while Standon City's shot-stopper managed 12 saves, reflecting the attacking nature of the game. Wiley's ability to convert their chances more effectively, combined with their slightly higher number of corners, ultimately decided the outcome. The match demonstrated that in football, as in life, opportunity and execution often outweigh pure possession or chance creation.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Pedro Chagas*
His two goals and assist were the hallmark of Wiley's attacking play.
Michel Lemoine*
Four assists and excellent link-up play made him the architect of Wiley’s offense.
Nilson Pires*
His brace was crucial, and he was a constant threat up front.
Philippe Robert*
Two goals and a steady presence in attack.
Luis Pinto*
Scored twice for Standon City, kept fighting till the end.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Pedro Chagas to Nilson Pires. 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