The report
Key Events:
- 14' Craple United Jose De Souza scores
- 16' Craple United Ruben Diaz scores
- 18' Craple United Dario Delgado scores, assisted by Ruben Diaz
- 42' Yellow card to Leigh Athletic Pedro Chagas
- 54' Craple United Jose De Souza scores
- 60' Craple United Jose De Souza scores
- 77' Craple United Ruben Diaz scores, assisted by Nodar Khachishvili
No players from Leigh Athletic reached the 7.0 rating threshold, reflecting their defensive vulnerabilities and inability to threaten offensively.
Craple United’s commanding possession and shot volume translated into a match that was largely one-sided, with their attacking efficiency perfectly reflected in their xG nearly matching their actual goals. Leigh Athletic’s defensive resilience was insufficient to withstand the relentless pressure, resulting in a heavy defeat that highlights the gap in quality between the sides.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Jose De Souza*
Delivered a clinical hat-trick and was the catalyst for most of Craple United’s attacking moves.
Ruben Diaz*
Contributed two goals and an assist, orchestrating much of the home side’s offensive success.
Dario Delgado*
Added a crucial goal and helped maintain attacking pressure throughout.
Nodar Khachishvili*
Provided width and creativity, assisting Diaz’s goal.
Pedro Chagas*
Despite receiving a yellow card, he was active in midfield but struggled to contain the hosts’ attack.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Jose De Souza, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 1–0.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison