The report
16' - Serafim Pedro opens the scoring for Easton Forest with a precise finish, capitalizing on a well-placed pass. 17' - Hassan Hassan levels for Acley End with a tidy strike, bringing parity to the scoreline. 29' - Serafim Pedro doubles his tally, assisted by Rasmus Hansen, with a composed finish from inside the box. 34' - Serafim Pedro completes his hat-trick, sealing his influence on the game with a powerful shot. 38' - Aristide Bah receives a yellow card for Acley End after a foul, disrupting their rhythm. 54' - Graham Jackson picks up a yellow card for Easton Forest following a foul. 55' - Eckhard Köhler is cautioned for Acley End for a foul. 64' - Guillermo Gonzalez scores for Acley End, pulling a goal back with a well-timed finish. 64' - An aggressive challenge sees Ivan Cvetković booked for Acley End shortly after Gonzalez's goal.
Easton Forest's attacking prowess was evident, with 22 shots and 19 on target, translating into an impressive 33% shot conversion rate. Their xG of 5.07 underscores their dominance in creating high-quality chances, which they converted with clinical precision. Conversely, Acley End managed only 6 shots with a mere 14% conversion, despite holding more possession (59%). The hosts' defensive efforts were tested, with goalkeeper Tony Bailey making crucial saves, but ultimately, Easton Forest's relentless attack proved too much.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Serafim Pedro*
delivered a hat-trick and was the catalyst for Easton Forest's offensive success.
Graham Jackson*
solid defensive leadership and a yellow card that disrupted the opposition's flow.
Tony Bailey*
made key saves to keep Acley End in contention despite the heavy pressure.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Serafim Pedro, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison