The report
Key Events:
- 20' Yellow card to Lymon Town Mikheil Kharchilava
- 25' Lymon Town Carlos Carlos scores
- 28' Lymon Town Carlos Carlos scores
- 40' Lymon Town scores
- 45' Lymon Town Bob Davis scores
- 54' Yellow card to Lymon Town Graham Walker
- 64' Lymon Town Elkin Bernal scores, assisted by Carlos Carlos
- 74' Yellow card to Beland United Jorge Alvez
- 79' Yellow card to Beland United an unnamed player
- 82' Lymon Town Bob Davis scores
The game was largely one-sided, with Lymon Town controlling possession at 56%, and their xG of 4.54 aligning well with their actual tally of goals. The hosts created numerous chances, with 21 shots and 16 on target, while Beland United struggled to muster any meaningful threat, managing only two shots, both on target, with an xG of just 0.51. The tactical narrative was clear: Lymon Town pressed high, moved the ball swiftly, and capitalized on their opportunities, while Beland United appeared overwhelmed and unable to contain the relentless wave of attacks. The visitors' dribbling, often a sign of trying to break free from pressure, was more a sign of their desperation, as they completed 15 dribbles but failed to translate that into scoring chances.
The game’s key moments were punctuated by the clinical finishing of Carlos Carlos, who netted twice and assisted once, earning an impressive 8.1 rating. Bob Davis also shone brightly, scoring twice and earning a 7.6 rating. The hosts’ midfield and attack combined with disciplined defending, exemplified by their 13 tackles and 13 saves, to keep Beland United at bay. The visitors’ discipline was tested, receiving three yellow cards, including one for Jorge Alvez, but their inability to create chances was the real story. The result was a testament to Lymon Town’s attacking efficiency and tactical clarity, leaving Beland United to reflect on what might have been a more competitive contest.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Carlos Carlos*
A relentless threat up front, scored twice and provided an assist.
Bob Davis*
Showed clinical finishing with two goals, a constant menace.
Graham Walker*
Maintained composure and discipline in midfield, despite a yellow card.
Elkin Bernal*
Scored a well-taken goal, linking play effectively.
Jorge Alvez*
Despite a yellow card, contributed to the effort, though outmatched.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Carlos Carlos for Lymon Town. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

