Ington Park 3 - 4 Dare Mar County

Key Events:

• 2' Ington Park Isaac Gonzalez scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
• 11' Dare Mar County Louis Dupont scores
• 27' Dare Mar County Jose Santander scores, assisted by Pedro Guzman
• 42' Yellow card to Ington Park Michel Lemoine
• 48' Dare Mar County Tony Cai scores, assisted by Louis Dupont
• 64' Ington Park Zdravko Ivanišević scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
• 67' Dare Mar County Tony Cai scores, assisted by Jose Santander
• 88' Ington Park Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Roel Vos

The match’s expected goals (xG) tell a story of near parity, with Dare Mar County slightly edging the quality of chances (2.1 to 1.94). Despite a marginal difference in xG, Dare Mar County converted more of their opportunities, notably through Tony Cai’s brace and the contributions of Louis Dupont and Jose Santander. Ington Park, meanwhile, created enough to suggest they could have snatched a point, but their finishing and perhaps a touch of misfortune prevented them from doing so. The game’s tactical narrative was one of possession and precision from Dare Mar County, who maintained a higher pass accuracy and more on-target shots, but Ington Park’s resilience was evident in their defensive work and the timely goal from Zdravko Ivanišević.

In the end, Dare Mar County’s ability to convert their chances and maintain composure in front of goal made the difference. Despite Ington Park’s spirited effort and a late goal from Pedro Chagas, the visitors’ clinical edge secured the victory. The game was a reminder that in Division 8 League 44, the margin between victory and defeat is often measured in inches and seconds, not just in possession or shots. Dare Mar County’s win was well-earned, and their attacking trio’s performances will be remembered as the key to their success.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Ington Park 47% - Dare Mar County 53% Shots (On Target): Ington Park 10 (6) - Dare Mar County 10 (7) Corners: Ington Park 5 - Dare Mar County 0 Fouls: Ington Park 10 - Dare Mar County 6 Yellow Cards: Ington Park 1 - Dare Mar County 0 Red Cards: Ington Park 0 - Dare Mar County 0 Dribbles: Ington Park 12 - Dare Mar County 11 Pass Accuracy: Ington Park 81% - Dare Mar County 86% Tackles: Ington Park 13 - Dare Mar County 11

The statistics reinforce the narrative: Dare Mar County’s slightly higher pass accuracy and more precise finishing ultimately made the difference, even if Ington Park’s effort was commendable. The game’s outcome was a testament to the fine margins that define football at this level, where a single moment of brilliance can turn the tide.