The report
Key Events:
- 17' Yellow card to Hithbrours Rohan Robertson
- 18' Yellow card to Rottle United Keith Mitchell
- 39' Hithbrours Salih Kurtović scores
- 49' Hithbrours Hassan Shaibu scores, assisted by Eneko Marco
- 55' Hithbrours Rohan Robertson scores, assisted by Niko Josipović
- 57' Yellow card to Rottle United Bjorn Meijer
- 61' Hithbrours Niko Josipović scores, assisted by Rohan Robertson
- 78' Hithbrours Hassan Shaibu scores, assisted by Salih Kurtović
- 80' Yellow card to Hithbrours Matthew Watson
- 85' Hithbrours Matthew Watson scores, assisted by Salih Kurtović
Hithbrours’ expected goals (xG) of 4.79 far outstripped Rottle United’s modest 0.51, confirming that the visitors’ finishing was not merely fortunate but rooted in genuine goal-scoring opportunities. The visitors created a plethora of chances, with 17 shots on target compared to Rottle’s two, and their high pass accuracy of 85% facilitated sustained pressure. Rottle’s defensive resilience was tested repeatedly, but their goalkeeper made 17 saves—an indication of how often the hosts were under siege. Tactical discipline from Hithbrours was evident, as their attacking players exploited gaps with precision, culminating in a scoreline that perhaps flattered their performance.
Rottle United’s lack of players rated above 7.0 reflects their struggles to impose themselves offensively or defensively, with only a handful of players reaching satisfactory levels.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Rottle United 41% - Hithbrours 59% Shots (On Target): Rottle United 2 (2) - Hithbrours 22 (17) Corners: Rottle United 10 - Hithbrours 2 Fouls: Rottle United 13 - Hithbrours 13 Yellow Cards: Rottle United 2 - Hithbrours 2 Red Cards: Rottle United 0 - Hithbrours 0 Dribbles: Rottle United 13 - Hithbrours 7 Pass Accuracy: Rottle United 75% - Hithbrours 85%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Salih Kurtović*
Led the line with a goal and two assists, showcasing clinical finishing and creative vision.
Hassan Shaibu*
Scored twice, demonstrating sharp movement and finishing ability.
Niko Josipović*
Contributed a goal and an assist, orchestrating attacks from midfield.
Rohan Robertson*
Added a goal and an assist, and maintained high work rate despite a yellow card.
Matthew Watson*
Scored the final goal, providing a late flourish for the visitors.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Salih Kurtović, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison


