The report
Key Events:
- 16' Yellow card to Ellixham Villa Michael Brown
- 43' Yellow card to Ellixham Villa Philippe Robert
- 47' Yellow card to Ellixham Villa Zdravko Ivanišević
- 48' Bingham Park Lindomar Da Silva scores
- 52' Bingham Park Saliou Sow scores, assisted by Xinping Boon
- 78' Yellow card to Bingham Park Bruno Rossi
In terms of tactical analysis, the match was a study in contrasts: Ellixham Villa’s disciplined defensive shape kept their opponents at bay for much of the game, as reflected by their 17 saves and solid pass accuracy. However, their inability to convert chances into goals, despite an xG of 1.31, highlighted a lack of cutting edge in attack. Conversely, Bingham Park’s 13 shots, with 11 on target, translated into two goals, with the xG of 2.98 suggesting they were slightly fortunate to outperform their expected output. The visitors’ ability to capitalize on their chances, especially through the second goal assisted by Xinping Boon, underscored their clinical approach in a game that was otherwise tightly contested.
As the game wore on, Ellixham Villa’s frustration grew, evidenced by three yellow cards, including one to Michael Brown in the sixteenth minute, which set an early tone. Bingham Park’s resilience was further demonstrated by their ability to withstand pressure and maintain composure, even after a late yellow card to Bruno Rossi. The match’s narrative was ultimately shaped by Bingham Park’s sharpness in front of goal and their disciplined defensive effort, which saw them secure a well-earned victory away from home. For Ellixham Villa, the result is a reminder that possession and chances don’t always translate into goals, especially when the finishing touch is lacking.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Ellixham Villa 50% - Bingham Park 50% Shots (On Target): Ellixham Villa 7 (4) - Bingham Park 13 (11) Corners: Ellixham Villa 6 - Bingham Park 7 Fouls: Ellixham Villa 12 - Bingham Park 9 Yellow Cards: Ellixham Villa 3 - Bingham Park 1 Red Cards: Ellixham Villa 0 - Bingham Park 0 Dribbles: Ellixham Villa 12 - Bingham Park 10 Pass Accuracy: Both 80%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Michael Brown*
Solid in defense but let down by the early booking.
Philippe Robert*
Worked hard in midfield, though his discipline was tested.
Zdravko Ivanišević*
Competent, but his yellow card disrupted his rhythm.
Lindomar Da Silva*
Scored the opening goal, showing composure in front of goal.
Saliou Sow*
Key in midfield, contributed to the second goal with a fine assist.
Xinping Boon*
Provided the assist for Sow’s goal, active on the flank.
Bruno Rossi*
Booked late, struggled to influence the game significantly.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Lindomar Da Silva for Bingham Park. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison