The report
Key Events:
- 11' End Ell City scores, assisted by Mamadou Balde
- 18' Ferth City Eric Moreau scores, assisted by Richard Stone
- 28' Yellow card to End Ell City Mamadou Balde
- 52' End Ell City scores, assisted by Giorgi Chubinidze
- 76' Ferth City Julio Cortes scores, assisted by Eric Moreau
- 86' Yellow card to Ferth City Kwangjo Jeong
- 89' Yellow card to Ferth City Harvey Burton
The game’s key moments unfolded with a goal apiece in the first half, starting with End Ell City taking an early lead at the 11th minute through a Mamadou Balde assist, which was quickly countered by Eric Moreau's strike for Ferth City at the 18th, set up by Richard Stone. The visitors' equalizer was a reminder of their capacity to hit on the break, despite trailing in possession and shots. The hosts responded with a goal just after the hour mark, a Giorgi Chubinidze assist restoring their lead at 52'. However, Ferth City refused to fold, with Julio Cortes leveling the score at 76', thanks to an assist from Moreau. The game’s intensity was punctuated by two yellow cards for Ferth City—to Kwangjo Jeong and Harvey Burton—adding a layer of discipline tension in the final moments. Overall, the match was a tactical tug-of-war, with End Ell City controlling the ball and creating more chances, but Ferth City's efficiency in front of goal kept the contest open until the final whistle.
Looking at the expected goals, End Ell City's 3.92 xG suggests they created a fair share of high-quality opportunities, which aligns with their 14 shots on target. Conversely, Ferth City's 2.38 xG and nine shots on target indicate they were clinical when it mattered, especially considering their fewer overall chances. The match was a classic case of over-performance by the hosts in terms of chance quality, but Ferth City's ability to convert key moments kept the game balanced. Defensively, both sides showed resilience, with End Ell City making 7 tackles and Ferth City 5, while the visitors' higher fouling rate (17 fouls) and more corners (6) reflect their more aggressive approach. The possession stats favor End Ell City at 57%, but the game’s flow was punctuated by Ferth City's counterattacks and set-piece threats.
No other players reached the 7.0+ mark, but the collective effort from both sides made this a competitive and entertaining fixture.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Eric Moreau*
The standout for Ferth City, his goal and assist encapsulate his influence on the game.
Giorgi Chubinidze*
Provided the crucial assist for the second End Ell City goal, demonstrating composure and vision.
Harvey Burton*
His disciplined performance helped contain the opposition's attacking threats, despite the late yellow card.
Richard Stone*
His assist for the equalizer was a key moment, showing his ability to deliver under pressure.
Julio Cortes*
Scored the equalizer, his movement and finishing kept Ferth City in the game.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Mamadou Balde to Andre Lacroix. 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