The report
Key Events:
- 11' Blanningse Wilhelm Ziegler scores, assisted by Michael Snyder
- 53' Yellow card to Blanningse Luca Colombo
- 55' Red card to Blanningse Saliou Sow
- 70' Yellow card to Blanningse Wilhelm Ziegler
- 78' Rader Jorge Alvez scores, assisted by Willi Schneider
- 81' Rader Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Willi Schneider
- 83' Yellow card to Blanningse Didier Sery
- 83' Rader Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 90' Blanningse Mohamed Moussa scores, assisted by Luca Colombo
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: While Blanningse created a higher xG of 3.17 compared to Rader’s 1.75, the hosts’ efficiency in front of goal was the decisive factor. Rader’s three goals came from just eight shots, six on target, reflecting clinical finishing. Conversely, Blanningse’s 15 shots, with 11 on target, yielded fewer goals than their xG suggested, indicating some wastefulness in front of goal. The red card to Saliou Sow at 55' significantly impacted Blanningse’s attacking options, yet they managed to claw back a late goal through Mohamed Moussa, highlighting their resilience.
No players from Blanningse reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but Wilhelm Ziegler and Mohamed Moussa made notable contributions despite the defeat.
The match was characterized by a high work rate from both sides, with Blanningse enjoying more possession and shots, but Rader’s clinical edge and strategic discipline allowed them to secure the victory. The red card to Saliou Sow was a turning point, reducing Blanningse’s attacking potency and giving Rader the space to counter effectively. Despite the late goal from Mohamed Moussa, the hosts held firm to claim a vital three points in a fiercely contested fixture.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Nilson Pires*
Delivered a stellar performance with a hat-trick, showcasing clinical finishing and intelligent movement.
Jorge Alvez*
Provided a crucial assist and scored once, orchestrating much of Rader’s attacking play.
Willi Schneider*
Contributed two assists and was active in midfield, linking play effectively.
Wilhelm Ziegler*
Scored for Blanningse and posed a threat, despite the early setback.
Mohamed Moussa*
Scored a late consolation, kept fighting until the final whistle.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Michael Snyder to Wilhelm Ziegler. 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