The report
Key Events:
- 12' Yellow card to Scayland Raul Gutierrez
- 14' Scayland Gerard de Bruin scores, assisted by Alassane Kone
- 20' Yellow card to Scayland Luis Zarate
- 34' Swarnham Ousmane Sylla scores
- 86' Yellow card to Scayland Ronald White
- 88' Scayland Alassane Kone scores, assisted by Gerard de Bruin
- 90' Scayland Raul Gutierrez scores, assisted by David Leclerc
- 90' Swarnham Ousmane Sylla scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
xG Analysis:
Scayland generated an impressive 4.12 xG from 20 shots, indicating a highly attacking approach and clinical finishing, reflected in their three goals. Conversely, Swarnham's 1.39 xG from just 6 attempts suggests they capitalized on limited opportunities, with Sylla's brace overperforming relative to expected goals. The hosts' offensive efficiency was a key factor in their narrow victory, despite slightly lower possession.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Gerard de Bruin*
A dynamic presence, scoring and assisting to spearhead the attack.
Alassane Kone*
Showed composure and creativity, contributing a goal and an assist.
Ousmane Sylla*
The standout for Swarnham, netting twice and causing constant problems.
Raul Gutierrez*
Booked early and scored late, his work rate was notable.
Luis Zarate*
Solid in midfield, though his influence was limited.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Gerard de Bruin for Scayland. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison