The report
Key Events:
- 23' Spincaston United Michel Lemoine scores, assisted by Branko Bartolić
- 28' Tadcast Marcel Durand scores, assisted by Cosimo Lombardo
- 34' Yellow card to Spincaston United Phillip Lewis
- 39' Yellow card to Tadcast Eric Moreau
- 39' Yellow card to Spincaston United Branko Bartolić
- 65' Tadcast Eckhard Köhler scores
- 71' Yellow card to Spincaston United Pedro Chagas
- 75' Spincaston United Branko Bartolić scores, assisted by Seungwoo Jeong
- 82' Tadcast Ivan Cvetković scores, assisted by Julio Cortes
The game’s narrative was shaped by a blend of clinical finishing and defensive lapses. Spincaston took an early lead through Michel Lemoine, assisted by Branko Bartolić, in the 23rd minute, setting the tone for a competitive encounter. Tadcast responded swiftly, with Marcel Durand leveling the score in the 28th minute thanks to Cosimo Lombardo’s assist. The visitors then took control with Eckhard Köhler’s goal in the 65th minute, which was followed by a series of fouls and bookings. Branko Bartolić’s second goal for Spincaston in the 75th minute kept the home side in contention, but Ivan Cvetković’s late strike for Tadcast sealed the win in the 82nd minute. The match was marred by multiple yellow cards, with three for Spincaston and one for Tadcast, reflecting the tense, combative nature of the fixture.
Tactically, Tadcast’s slightly superior possession (54%) and pass accuracy (86%) translated into more controlled build-up and a higher xG (2.04 vs. 1.79). Despite this, the hosts created enough chances to threaten the scoreline, particularly with their on-target shooting. Tadcast’s ability to generate eight corners and maintain a higher dribble count (9) indicated their willingness to stretch the game wide and attack from different angles. The home side’s defensive effort was commendable but ultimately insufficient to contain Tadcast’s attacking threat, especially in the final third. The game’s outcome underscores the importance of clinical finishing and discipline, both of which Tadcast demonstrated more effectively.
No players from Tadcast reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, but their collective effort was evident in their tactical discipline and resilience.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Spincaston United 46% - Tadcast 54% Shots (On Target): Spincaston United 7 (7) - Tadcast 11 (6) Corners: Spincaston United 1 - Tadcast 8 Fouls: Spincaston United 13 - Tadcast 5 Yellow Cards: Spincaston United 3 - Tadcast 1 Red Cards: Spincaston United 0 - Tadcast 0 Dribbles: Spincaston United 4 - Tadcast 9 Pass Accuracy: Spincaston United 80% - Tadcast 86% Tackles: Spincaston United 10 - Tadcast 7
The statistics reflect a game where Tadcast’s control and attacking intent ultimately made the difference, even if Spincaston’s fighting spirit kept the scoreline close. The match was a testament to the unpredictable charm of Division 8 League 73, where resilience and opportunism often decide the outcome.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Branko Bartolić*
A key contributor with a goal, assist, and a yellow card, showing both offensive threat and a willingness to engage physically.
Michel Lemoine*
Opened the scoring with a well-placed finish, active in attack throughout.
Seungwoo Jeong*
Provided the assist for Bartolić’s second goal, involved in linking play.
Ivan Cvetković*
Scored the decisive late goal, demonstrating composure in front of goal.
Julio Cortes*
His assist for Cvetković’s goal was crucial, kept Tadcast’s attack fluid.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Branko Bartolić to Michel Lemoine. 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