The report
Key Events:
- 5' - Yellow card to Hardith Rangers Michael Brown
- 10' - Yellow card to Hardith Rangers Philippe Robert
- 24' - Yellow card to Chepham Albion Kyle Fleming
- 26' - Hardith Rangers Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 31' - Yellow card to Chepham Albion Martin Palavecino
- 34' - Yellow card to Chepham Albion Francisco Perez
- 46' - Yellow card to Hardith Rangers Jorge Alvez
- 65' - Yellow card to Chepham Albion Andrew Price
- 74' - Chepham Albion Shu Lim scores, assisted by Umar Aliyu
- 76' - Chepham Albion Umar Aliyu scores, assisted by Andrew Price
- 90' - Chepham Albion Kyle Fleming scores
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:
Chepham Albion generated an impressive 3.93 xG from 18 shots, with 14 on target, indicating their attacking efficiency and high-quality chances. Their overperformance in goals relative to xG underscores their clinical finishing, especially in the second half. Conversely, Hardith Rangers managed only 1.17 xG from 7 attempts, with just 3 on target, reflecting their limited goal-scoring opportunities and the disciplined defensive setup by the hosts.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Umar Aliyu*
A dynamic presence, Aliyu scored one and assisted another, orchestrating much of Chepham Albion’s attacking play.
Kyle Fleming*
Despite a yellow card, Fleming’s goal capped his solid performance upfront.
Shu Lim*
His goal and overall work rate made him a constant threat in the final third.
Martin Palavecino*
Maintained composure at the back amid intense pressure.
Francisco Perez*
Showed resilience in midfield, contributing defensively and offensively.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Philippe Robert for Hardith Rangers. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison