The report
Key Events:
- 4' Yellow card to Hembort Park Jorge Alvez
- 11' Hembort Park Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Seungwoo Jeong
- 20' Hembort Park Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 23' Yellow card to Nelinsford Xinping Boon
- 54' Hembort Park Nilson Pires scores
- 64' Yellow card to Hembort Park Michael Brown
- 75' Yellow card to Nelinsford Lindomar Da Silva
- 82' Hembort Park Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
Hembort Park’s dominance was evident from the outset, as they maintained a slight edge in possession (54%) but more significantly, they created a staggering 26 shots compared to Nelinsford’s five. The expected goals tally of 6.08 starkly contrasted with Nelinsford’s 0.96, illustrating the visitors’ efficiency and the hosts’ struggles to convert their limited chances. Pedro Chagas and Nilson Pires were particularly influential, combining for three goals and a goal assist, with Chagas scoring twice and Pires adding a brace. The tactical picture was clear: Hembort Park’s attacking intent was backed by disciplined defending and a high pass accuracy (84%), while Nelinsford’s efforts were hampered by defensive lapses and a lack of cutting edge in attack.
Despite the scoreline, Nelinsford’s defensive effort was not without merit, as they registered 23 saves—an indication of the pressure applied by the visitors’ prolific front line. The game was punctuated by yellow cards for both sides, with Xinping Boon and Lindomar Da Silva receiving bookings, but no red cards marred the proceedings. Hembort Park’s players, especially Pedro Chagas and Nilson Pires, shone brightly, their performances underpinning the comprehensive nature of the victory. The hosts, meanwhile, will need to reflect on their inability to contain the visitors’ attacking wave and convert their limited opportunities into meaningful goals.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Nelinsford 46% - Hembort Park 54% Shots (On Target): Nelinsford 5 (3) - Hembort Park 26 (23) Corners: Nelinsford 5 - Hembort Park 4 Fouls: Nelinsford 11 - Hembort Park 6 Yellow Cards: Nelinsford 2 - Hembort Park 2 Red Cards: Nelinsford 0 - Hembort Park 0 Dribbles: Nelinsford 12 - Hembort Park 11 Pass Accuracy: Nelinsford 82% - Hembort Park 84%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Pedro Chagas*
A clinical finisher with two goals and an assist, his movement and decision-making were pivotal.
Nilson Pires*
His brace and assist underscored his importance in the attacking setup.
Seungwoo Jeong*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and kept the tempo high.
Michael Brown*
His work rate in midfield was notable, despite the defensive vulnerabilities.
Lindomar Da Silva*
Booked late, but contributed defensively until the end.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Pedro Chagas for Hembort Park. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison