The report
Key Events:
- 11' Walth City Michael Harper scores
- 26' Yellow card to Strandy Michel Lemoine
- 31' Walth City Lindomar Da Silva scores
- 37' Yellow card to Walth City Michael Harper
- 44' Yellow card to Walth City Saliou Sow
- 45' Strandy Harm Schaap scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 48' Walth City Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Bassirou Diouf
- 76' Walth City Armindo Gomes scores
Key Events:
- 11' Michael Harper scores for Walth City
- 26' yellow card to Michel Lemoine
- 31' Lindomar Da Silva scores for Walth City
- 37' yellow card to Michael Harper
- 44' yellow card to Saliou Sow
- 45' Harm Schaap scores for Strandy, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 48' Lindomar Da Silva scores again for Walth City, assisted by Bassirou Diouf
- 76' Armindo Gomes scores for Walth City
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis — The match’s xG figures reflect the story of clinical finishing versus cautious attempts. Walth City’s 2.2 xG indicates their chances were well-earned, with their shots on target translating into four goals. Conversely, Strandy’s 1.23 xG suggests they had opportunities but failed to capitalize, managing only a single goal from their limited chances. The over-performance of Walth City’s xG points to their efficiency, while Strandy’s underlines their struggles in front of goal, despite a possession share that kept them in the game tactically.
No other players on either side reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, but the game’s flow was shaped by disciplined performances across the pitch.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Strandy 49% - Walth City 51% Shots (On Target): Strandy 6 (4) - Walth City 11 (7) Corners: Strandy 2 - Walth City 1 Fouls: Strandy 14 - Walth City 10 Yellow Cards: Strandy 1 - Walth City 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Strandy 12 - Walth City 9 Pass Accuracy: Both sides 84% Tackles: Strandy 10 - Walth City 9
The statistics reveal a balanced game in possession and passing, but Walth City’s sharper finishing and slightly better defensive resilience ultimately dictated the outcome. Strandy’s efforts to press and create chances were thwarted by Walth City’s clinical approach, exemplified by Da Silva’s double and Gomes’s late strike. Despite the home side’s attempts to rally, the visitors’ efficiency proved too much to overcome, leaving the scoreboard reflecting their dominance.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Lindomar Da Silva*
A standout with two goals and consistent threat throughout.
Harm Schaap*
Scored a crucial reply and kept fighting until the final whistle.
Bassirou Diouf*
Provided the assist for Da Silva’s second goal, showing composure and vision.
Michael Harper*
Scored early but was booked and subdued later.
Jorge Alvez*
Assisted Schaap’s goal and contributed to the build-up play.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Michael Harper, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison