Hargat Nor 3 - 2 Stablewes

Key Events:

• 5' Yellow card to Stablewes Luis Pinto
• 13' Hargat Nor Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Xinping Boon
• 17' Hargat Nor Mamadou Dieng scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
• 28' Yellow card to Hargat Nor Xinping Boon
• 30' Yellow card to Hargat Nor Mamadou Dieng
• 59' Hargat Nor Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Xinping Boon
• 63' Yellow card to Stablewes Chao Wang
• 67' Yellow card to Stablewes Xinping Boon
• 80' Yellow card to Stablewes Vladimir štimac
• 88' Yellow card to Hargat Nor Peng Tai
• 89' Stablewes Chao Wang scores
• 90' Stablewes Paul Carroll scores, assisted by Luis Pinto

xG Analysis:

While Stablewes outshot Hargat Nor 22 to 11 and had a significantly higher xG of 4.92 compared to the hosts’ 2.49, the match’s outcome underscores the importance of finishing efficiency. Hargat Nor converted their chances effectively, scoring three times from fewer attempts, demonstrating clinical sharpness. Conversely, Stablewes’ high xG indicates their attacking dominance, but their inability to convert more of their numerous opportunities ultimately cost them the game. The tactical discipline of Hargat Nor in defending their goal and capitalizing on key moments proved pivotal, despite the visitors’ overwhelming shot volume.

Hargat Nor: Lindomar Da Silva (7.3) – A commanding presence in midfield, scored twice and provided an assist, orchestrating much of the home side’s attacking play. Xinping Boon (7.0) – His assist on the opening goal set the tone, and he was active throughout, linking well with the attack. Peng Tai (7.0) – Showed resilience in defense and contributed to the team’s stability, earning a yellow card for his efforts.

Stablewes: No standout performers reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, but Luis Pinto scored a crucial goal and was involved in multiple attacking moves, while Chao Wang and Vladimir štimac contributed defensively before receiving yellow cards. Paul Carroll’s late goal was a bright spot, but overall, the visitors lacked the clinical edge needed to secure a win.

This tightly fought encounter highlighted Hargat Nor’s efficiency and resilience, securing a narrow but vital victory in a game marked by tactical discipline and spirited attacking efforts from Stablewes.