The report
Key Events:
- 8' Knuthwoor United Libardo Cardenas scores
- 25' St Bere Albion Fofana Kone scores, assisted by Pedro Pinto
- 25' Yellow card to St Bere Albion Victorino Sanchez
- 29' Knuthwoor United Libardo Cardenas scores, assisted by Jens Groth
- 32' Yellow card to Knuthwoor United an unnamed player
- 47' Knuthwoor United scores
- 56' Yellow card to St Bere Albion Wouter Smeets
- 59' Yellow card to St Bere Albion Jorge Machado
- 62' Yellow card to Knuthwoor United Jens Groth
- 68' Yellow card to Knuthwoor United an unnamed player
- 69' St Bere Albion Jorge Machado scores, assisted by Pedro Pinto
- 90' St Bere Albion Pedro Pinto scores
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:
The match was closely contested in terms of chances, with St Bere Albion registering an xG of 3.58 against Knuthwoor United's 3.28. The hosts' higher xG reflects their efficient finishing, notably from Pedro Pinto, who scored once and assisted twice, underlining his influence on the game. Despite the high xG, both teams scored three goals each, indicating clinical finishing from the visitors and moments of defensive vulnerability. The tactical battle was evident, with both sides creating quality opportunities that kept the scoreline tight until the final moments.
For Knuthwoor United, Libardo Cardenas was the standout, earning a 7.6 rating for his brace and relentless attacking presence. Jens Groth also impressed with a 7.0, providing assists and contributing defensively. The rest of the visitors' squad displayed disciplined effort, with several players receiving yellow cards for tactical fouls.
The statistics highlight a competitive game with both sides creating numerous chances and maintaining disciplined defensive efforts. The high number of shots on target and similar save counts underline the quality of goalkeeping and finishing on display. The match ultimately ended in a deserved draw, with both teams leaving the pitch with a point and plenty to build on ahead of the next fixture.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Pedro Pinto*
A dominant attacking force, contributing a goal and two assists, orchestrating much of St Bere Albion's offensive play.
Fofana Kone*
Scored a crucial equalizer and worked tirelessly upfront.
Victorino Sanchez*
Showed resilience despite a yellow card, involved in key build-up play.
Jorge Machado*
Netted a vital goal and kept the attack lively.
Wouter Smeets*
Solid in midfield, despite receiving a yellow card.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Walter McDonald to Libardo Cardenas. 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