The report
Key Events:
- 5' Beccle Palace Kenny Au scores, assisted by Cristian Montenegro
- 7' Yellow card to Beccle Palace Israel Morales
- 11' Yellow card to Boldsgrad Rovers Peng Tay
- 12' Beccle Palace Cristian Montenegro scores, assisted by Vladimir štimac
- 22' Yellow card to Boldsgrad Rovers Michael Brown
- 27' Yellow card to Beccle Palace Vladimir štimac
- 40' Boldsgrad Rovers Phillip Lewis scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 55' Beccle Palace Vincent Goncalves scores, assisted by Emerson Pereira
- 80' Beccle Palace Cristian Montenegro scores, assisted by Vladimir štimac
From the outset, Beccle Palace set the tone with a quick opener. At 5' - Kenny Au found the net, assisted by Cristian Montenegro, capitalizing on a swift build-up. The hosts continued to press, but a yellow card for Israel Morales at 7' hinted at their aggressive approach. The visitors responded with a yellow for Peng Tay at 11', yet it was the home side that doubled their lead shortly after. At 12' - Cristian Montenegro scored, assisted by Vladimir štimac, demonstrating his clinical finishing. Despite their numerical discipline, Boldsgrad Rovers struggled to contain the relentless pressure, and a yellow for Vladimir štimac at 27' further highlighted the hosts' physicality. The visitors did manage a moment of hope before halftime, with Phillip Lewis netting at 40' - assisted by Michel Lemoine, reducing the deficit to 2-1, but the game was still firmly in Beccle Palace’s grasp.
In the second half, the home side’s superiority became more evident. At 55' - Vincent Goncalves extended the lead with a well-placed finish, assisted by Emerson Pereira, cementing their control. The visitors’ efforts to mount a comeback were hampered by their high foul count and a lack of clear-cut chances, as their 17 fouls contrasted sharply with Beccle Palace’s more disciplined 8. The game’s final act was a masterclass in finishing from Cristian Montenegro at 80', again assisted by Vladimir štimac, sealing the victory with his second goal of the day. The match ended with the hosts comfortably ahead, their attacking efficiency matching their possession dominance.
The xG figures tell a story of clinical finishing versus cautious defending. Beccle Palace’s xG of 3.44 suggests they created ample quality chances, which they converted with precision. Boldsgrad Rovers’ 1.13 xG indicates they were somewhat fortunate to score their goal, and their limited shot count reflects their struggles to threaten the home goal consistently. Tactically, Beccle Palace’s ability to control possession and generate high-quality opportunities was decisive, while the visitors’ defensive lapses and disciplinary issues hampered their efforts to stay in the game.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Beccle Palace 58% - Boldsgrad Rovers 42% Shots (On Target): Beccle Palace 16 (12) - Boldsgrad Rovers 5 (4) Corners: Beccle Palace 5 - Boldsgrad Rovers 0 Fouls: Beccle Palace 8 - Boldsgrad Rovers 17 Yellow Cards: Beccle Palace 2 - Boldsgrad Rovers 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Beccle Palace 9 - Boldsgrad Rovers 5 Pass Accuracy: Beccle Palace 82% - Boldsgrad Rovers 80%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Cristian Montenegro*
A commanding presence, scoring twice and providing an assist, his influence was undeniable.
Vincent Goncalves*
His goal and overall work rate helped seal the win in the second half.
Vladimir štimac*
Contributed two assists and maintained composure in midfield.
Michael Brown*
Despite a yellow card, his efforts in midfield were steady, though he lacked attacking impact.
Emerson Pereira*
His assist for Goncalves’ goal was a highlight of his contribution.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Cristian Montenegro to Kenny Au. 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