Skersham 2 - 1 Ashambead Gre

Key Events:

• 5' Skersham Nilson Pires scores
• 5' Yellow card to Ashambead Gre Phillip Lewis
• 13' Yellow card to Ashambead Gre Jorge Alvez
• 25' Skersham Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 26' Yellow card to Skersham Jorge Alvez
• 27' Ashambead Gre Zdravko Ivanišević scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 82' Yellow card to Ashambead Gre Michael Brown

Key Events:

• 5' Nilson Pires scores for Skersham
• 5' Yellow card to Phillip Lewis (Ashambead Gre)
• 13' Yellow card to Jorge Alvez (Ashambead Gre)
• 25' Philippe Robert scores for Skersham, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 26' Yellow card to Jorge Alvez (Skersham)
• 27' Zdravko Ivanišević scores for Ashambead Gre, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 82' Yellow card to Michael Brown (Ashambead Gre)

Expected Goals (xG) Analysis — The match’s xG figures tell a story of two sides that created chances almost in tandem, with Ashambead Gre’s 1.82 slightly edging Skersham’s 1.49. Despite the higher xG, Ashambead Gre’s efforts did not translate into a second goal, highlighting perhaps a touch of misfortune or a goalkeeper in fine form. Skersham’s goals came from their limited but efficient opportunities, which aligns with their lower xG but effective finishing. Tactically, the game was a classic case of possession and chance creation balancing out, with both teams showing discipline and a willingness to press.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Skersham 51% - Ashambead Gre 49% Shots (On Target): Skersham 7 (5) - Ashambead Gre 9 (6) Corners: 4-4 Fouls: 8-11 Yellow Cards: 1-3 Red Cards: 0-0 Dribbles: 7-10 Pass Accuracy: 85%-84% Tackles: 11-10

The game’s outcome, while narrow, underlines the fine margins that often define football at this level. Skersham’s ability to convert their chances, combined with disciplined defending and a touch of luck, earned them the points. Ashambead Gre’s persistent effort, despite the yellow cards and a slightly higher xG, ultimately fell just short, leaving the league table as close as the game’s final score.