The report
Key Events:
- 4' BlackPool HQ Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 27' Topster Athletic Branko Bartolić scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 36' Yellow card to Topster Athletic Michel Lemoine
- 53' Topster Athletic Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 59' BlackPool HQ Pedro Chagas scores
- 63' Topster Athletic Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 75' Yellow card to Topster Athletic Branko Bartolić
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: While BlackPool HQ had an xG of 1.64 from their 7 shots, they only managed to convert twice, indicating some clinical finishing but also some missed opportunities. Conversely, Topster Athletic generated an xG of 2.58 from 12 shots, with 9 on target, reflecting their more aggressive approach and higher quality chances. Their overperformance relative to xG underscores their effectiveness in front of goal, especially with Philippe Robert and Nilson Pires leading the attack. The tactical discipline and sharp finishing from the visitors ultimately made the difference, despite BlackPool HQ's solid defensive efforts and 11 saves.
No players from BlackPool HQ reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but their defensive resilience and goalkeeping efforts kept the game competitive until the final whistle.
This tightly contested match demonstrated Topster Athletic's attacking prowess and tactical discipline, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory. Despite BlackPool HQ's resilient defense and decent shot conversion, the visitors' clinical finishing and creative play made the difference in this exciting fixture.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Philippe Robert*
A standout performer, contributing a goal and two assists, orchestrating much of Topster Athletic's attacking play.
Nilson Pires*
His brace and assist showcased his attacking threat and tactical awareness.
Pedro Chagas*
Scored a crucial goal to keep BlackPool HQ in the game with energetic forward runs.
Michel Lemoine*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and was active throughout the match.
Branko Bartolić*
Scored for Topster Athletic and earned a yellow card for his aggressive play.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Michel Lemoine to Nilson Pires. 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