Harby Wanderers 1 - 4 Raunstaver

Key Events:

• 6' Raunstaver scores
• 22' Yellow card to Harby Wanderers Richard Stone
• 35' Harby Wanderers Eric Moreau scores, assisted by Julio Cortes
• 42' Raunstaver scores
• 52' Yellow card to Raunstaver an unnamed player
• 60' Raunstaver scores
• 64' Yellow card to Harby Wanderers Cosimo Lombardo
• 72' Yellow card to Raunstaver an unnamed player
• 79' Yellow card to Harby Wanderers Paul Dupont
• 80' Raunstaver scores

Raunstaver’s offensive onslaught was evident from the outset, with the team firing 18 shots, 12 on target, and accumulating an expected goals tally of 3.63. Their opening goal at 6' set the tone, quickly establishing control. The hosts responded well enough to level at 35' through Eric Moreau, assisted by Julio Cortes, but the visitors responded swiftly with goals at 42', 60', and 80', sealing the game. The match was punctuated by a series of fouls and yellow cards, reflecting a competitive but somewhat fractious atmosphere. Raunstaver’s ability to convert their chances and maintain possession kept the pressure on the hosts, who struggled to create meaningful opportunities despite holding the ball equally at 50%.

The tactical narrative was clear: Raunstaver’s relentless attack and disciplined defense outperformed Harby Wanderers’ more cautious approach. The visitors’ high shot volume and superior xG highlight their attacking intent, while the hosts’ defensive resilience was tested by the sheer number of shots faced, with 15 saves made. Despite the yellow cards and fouls, Raunstaver’s composure in front of goal proved decisive. Harby Wanderers, meanwhile, will need to reflect on their limited goal threat and inability to capitalize on their few chances. This result underscores the importance of clinical finishing and maintaining discipline in a game where possession was evenly split but the quality of chances was worlds apart.

Harby Wanderers:

• No standout performers (rating 7.0+) recorded.

Raunstaver:

• No standout performers (rating 7.0+) recorded.