The report
Key Events:
- 9' Yellow card to Lingate Rovers Roger Dumas
- 37' Witch Villa Sam Graham scores
- 83' Witch Villa Joel Valdebenito scores, assisted by Lorenzo Jackson
- 86' Yellow card to Lingate Rovers Abu Diab
- 88' Yellow card to Lingate Rovers James Peters
- 90' Witch Villa Sam Graham scores, assisted by Joel Valdebenito
- 90' Witch Villa Joel Valdebenito scores, assisted by Robert Munro
- 90' Lingate Rovers Roger Dumas scores
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: Witch Villa outperformed their xG of 3.49 with a total of 4 goals, indicating a highly efficient finishing display. Their 15 shots, with 13 on target, translated into clinical conversions, especially in the second half. Conversely, Lingate Rovers generated an xG of 2.32 from 11 shots, but their inability to convert more of these chances cost them dearly. The tactical discipline of the hosts and their sharp attacking instincts proved decisive, with the visitors unable to match the clinical edge needed to challenge the scoreline.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Joel Valdebenito
Delivered a commanding performance with 2 goals and an assist, orchestrating attacks and finishing clinically.
Sam Graham
Scored twice and was a constant threat upfront, showing great movement and finishing.
Lorenzo Jackson
Provided the assist for the second goal and linked play effectively.
Robert Munro
Contributed with an assist and maintained composure in midfield.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Sam Graham, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 1–0.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison


