Cradhoe Stanley 2 - 3 Prudenzan Albion

Key Events:

• 14' Yellow card to Prudenzan Albion Xinping Boon
• 16' Yellow card to Prudenzan Albion Saliou Sow
• 24' Yellow card to Prudenzan Albion Luca Colombo
• 30' Yellow card to Cradhoe Stanley Friedrich Unger
• 38' Prudenzan Albion Xinping Boon scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
• 40' Prudenzan Albion Weijie Hong scores, assisted by Saliou Sow
• 48' Cradhoe Stanley Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
• 53' Yellow card to Cradhoe Stanley Luis Pinto
• 73' Yellow card to Cradhoe Stanley Xinping Boon
• 81' Cradhoe Stanley Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
• 88' Prudenzan Albion Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Weijie Hong

The game was punctuated by a flurry of cards early on, with both sides eager to establish dominance through physicality rather than finesse. Xinping Boon and Saliou Sow from Albion received yellow cards within the first 16 minutes, setting a combative tone. Albion’s opening goal at 38' from Boon, assisted by Luis Pinto, was a textbook counterattack that exploited Cradhoe Stanley’s high line. Weijie Hong doubled Albion’s lead two minutes later, with Sow providing the assist, showcasing the visitors’ ability to turn defensive pressure into swift attacking opportunities. Cradhoe Stanley responded after the break with a well-worked goal from Luis Pinto at 48', assisted by Lindomar Da Silva, demonstrating their resilience. Yet, the hosts’ efforts to push for an equaliser were hampered by a series of yellow cards, including one to Pinto at 53', which disrupted their rhythm. Luca Colombo’s goal at 81', assisted by Lindomar Da Silva, kept the game alive, but Albion’s Luca Colombo struck again in the 88th minute, assisted by Weijie Hong, sealing the victory for the visitors. The match was a testament to Albion’s tactical discipline and their ability to capitalize on moments of chaos.

Statistically, the game was tight, with possession split evenly at 52% to 48%. Cradhoe Stanley edged shots 17 to 11, with 15 on target compared to Albion’s 7, and their xG of 3.97 slightly outperformed the actual goals, indicating some missed opportunities. Albion’s 8 corners and 16 saves highlight their strategic approach—defending stoutly while waiting for counter chances. Cradhoe Stanley’s 79% pass accuracy and 8 dribbles suggest a team eager to play through the lines, but their discipline was tested by Albion’s physicality and tactical resilience. The game’s outcome was a mixture of clinical finishing from Albion’s key players and the hosts’ inability to convert their chances into more goals, despite dominating possession and shots.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Cradhoe Stanley 52% - 48% Prudenzan Albion Shots (On Target): 17 (15) - 11 (7) Corners: 3 - 8 Fouls: 8 - 10 Yellow Cards: 3 - 3 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: 8 - 10 Pass Accuracy: 79% - 80% Tackles: 9 - 10

In the end, Prudenzan Albion’s ability to convert their chances and maintain composure under pressure proved decisive. Cradhoe Stanley’s effort was commendable, but their inability to capitalize on their dominant possession and shot advantage cost them dearly in the closing stages. The match will be remembered for Albion’s resilience and the fine margins that define football at this level.