The report
Key Events:
- 7' - Friedrich Unger receives a yellow card for a foul early in the game.
- 10' - Luca Colombo is booked for a reckless challenge.
- 34' - Luis Pinto scores for Ston Cowes, opening the scoring with a precise finish.
- 38' - Xinping Boon is shown a yellow card for a foul.
- 42' - Philippe Robert levels for Osworton Albion, assisted by Phillip Lewis.
- 49' - Luis Pinto picks up a second yellow card, reducing Ston Cowes to ten men.
- 56' - Xinping Boon doubles Ston Cowes' lead, assisted by Saliou Sow.
- 66' - Weijie Hong extends the lead for Ston Cowes with a well-placed shot, assisted by Luis Pinto.
- 68' - Nilson Pires of Osworton Albion is booked.
- 89' - Seungwoo Jeong receives a late yellow card for the visitors.
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:
The xG figures reveal that Osworton Albion created more high-quality chances, with an xG of 3.37 compared to Ston Cowes' 2.14. This indicates that the visitors' attacking efforts were more promising on paper, but Ston Cowes capitalized on their opportunities, especially in the second half. The hosts' clinical finishing, notably from Xinping Boon and Weijie Hong, turned the tide despite the visitors' superior shot count and possession. The defensive discipline of Ston Cowes was crucial, as they limited Osworton Albion to only five saves despite the higher xG.
Match Statistics:
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Luis Pinto*
scored a crucial goal and was a constant threat in attack, also earning a yellow card for his aggressive play.
Xinping Boon*
scored a vital goal and contributed significantly to the hosts' attacking rhythm, despite a booking.
Weijie Hong*
his goal sealed the victory and showcased excellent positioning and finishing.
Philippe Robert*
scored for Osworton Albion and kept the visitors in the game with his movement and link-up play.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Luis Pinto, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 1–0.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison