The report
Key Events:
- 14' Duls Park Erminio Esposito scores, assisted by Mate Gajić
- 30' Duls Park Mate Gajić scores
- 37' Duls Park Peter Dwyer scores, assisted by Jason Jacques
- 41' Yellow card to Reginsea Athletic Friedrich Unger
- 47' Yellow card to Reginsea Athletic Vladimir štimac
- 51' Duls Park Phillip Lewis scores
- 71' Duls Park Erminio Esposito scores, assisted by Peter Dwyer
- 76' Yellow card to Duls Park Michael Hill
Duls Park’s dominance was evident from the outset, with their expected goals (xG) of 3.89 dwarfing Reginsea Athletic’s meager 0.01. The visitors created a plethora of high-quality chances, as reflected in their 15 shots on target from 16 attempts, compared to the home side’s total lack of shots. The game’s key moments came early and often, with Erminio Esposito opening the scoring in the 14th minute after a neat assist from Mate Gajić. The visitors continued to press, with Mate Gajić doubling the lead in the 30th minute, followed by Peter Dwyer’s goal in the 37th, assisted by Jason Jacques. The home side’s frustrations grew with two yellow cards before halftime, first to Friedrich Unger and then to Vladimir štimac, further disrupting their rhythm. After the break, Phillip Lewis added a fifth in the 51st minute, sealing the game. Esposito struck again in the 71st minute, completing his brace and cementing Duls Park’s commanding victory. The visitors’ disciplined approach and sharp finishing proved decisive, leaving the home side to reflect on missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
While Reginsea Athletic showed resilience in possession, their failure to threaten the goal was glaring. Their 54% possession was largely sterile, with no shots on target and a mere 0.01 xG. Conversely, Duls Park’s attacking trio of Esposito, Gajić, and Dwyer demonstrated why they are rated among the top performers, with ratings above 7.0. The visitors’ tactical discipline was evident in their higher number of tackles (12 to 4) and their ability to convert possession into dangerous chances. The home side’s defensive frailties and inability to capitalize on possession ultimately cost them dearly, as Duls Park’s clinical finishing turned the game into a showcase of attacking efficiency.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Reginsea Athletic 54% - Duls Park 46% Shots (On Target): Reginsea Athletic 0 (0) - Duls Park 15 (15) Corners: Reginsea Athletic 3 - Duls Park 3 Fouls: Reginsea Athletic 13 - Duls Park 7 Yellow Cards: Reginsea Athletic 2 - Duls Park 1 Red Cards: Reginsea Athletic 0 - Duls Park 0 Dribbles: Reginsea Athletic 12 - Duls Park 9 Pass Accuracy: Reginsea Athletic 82% - Duls Park 80%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Erminio Esposito*
Scored twice and was a constant threat, showcasing clinical finishing.
Mate Gajić*
Provided a goal and an assist, orchestrating much of Duls Park’s attacking play.
Peter Dwyer*
His goal and assist highlighted his influence in the final third.
Friedrich Unger*
Booked early, his defensive contributions were overshadowed by the visitors’ attacking onslaught.
Vladimir štimac*
Picked up a yellow card and struggled to contain Duls Park’s movement.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Mate Gajić to Erminio Esposito. The event log names a helper; it does not name a body part.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

