The report
Key Events:
- 9' Yellow card to Chetham Rovers Luca Colombo
- 14' Yellow card to Chetham Rovers Modou Fall
- 16' Yellow card to Amestam Richard Stone
- 17' Chetham Rovers Xiaobo Chin scores, assisted by Adam Black
- 37' Chetham Rovers Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Adam Black
- 39' Amestam Eric Moreau scores, assisted by Julio Cortes
- 42' Chetham Rovers Bruno Rossi scores, assisted by Xiaobo Chin
- 45' Chetham Rovers Luca Colombo scores
- 60' Chetham Rovers Malcolm Thomas scores, assisted by Adam Black
- 70' Amestam John Bailey scores
- 72' Amestam Eckhard Köhler scores, assisted by John Bailey
- 90' Yellow card to Chetham Rovers Xiaobo Chin
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: Chetham Rovers' clinical finishing saw them surpass their expected goals of 2.5 with 5 actual goals, indicating a highly effective attack. Their ability to convert chances was crucial, especially given the similar possession and shot counts with Amestam. The visitors' xG of 1.65 suggests they created quality opportunities but lacked the finishing touch to match the hosts' efficiency. Tactical discipline and individual brilliance, particularly from Adam Black, played a significant role in the outcome.
No players from either side reached the 8.0 threshold, but the top performers showcased their importance in a match full of attacking flair and tactical battles.
The statistics reflect a balanced contest, but Chetham Rovers' efficiency in front of goal ultimately made the difference in this entertaining fixture.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Adam Black*
Dominated the midfield with 3 assists and key passes, orchestrating much of Chetham Rovers' attack.
Luca Colombo*
Scored twice and maintained consistent threat throughout the match.
Xiaobo Chin*
Opened the scoring and was active on the wing, earning a yellow card late on.
Eric Moreau*
The goal scorer for Amestam, worked tirelessly upfront.
John Bailey*
Led the visitors' attack with a well-taken goal and creative play.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Xiaobo Chin for Chetham Rovers. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison