Shedbury City 4 - 2 Hillst Roys

Key Events:

• 9' Hillst Roys Phillip Lewis scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 31' Shedbury City Ousmane Sylla scores, assisted by Khadim Diakhate
• 46' Yellow card to Hillst Roys Allan Carroll
• 52' Shedbury City Khadim Diakhate scores
• 58' Shedbury City Khadim Diakhate scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
• 81' Yellow card to Shedbury City Pedro Guzman
• 83' Shedbury City Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Norbert Fischer
• 85' Hillst Roys Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Nilson Pires

Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:

The match was tightly contested in terms of expected goals, with Hillst Roys slightly edging the xG at 2.67 compared to Shedbury City's 2.64. This indicates a fairly even game in terms of chances created, but the hosts' superior finishing efficiency—evidenced by their four goals from an xG of just over 2.6—was decisive. The clinical nature of Khadim Diakhate’s brace and Luis Pinto’s late goal helped Shedbury City convert their opportunities more effectively, turning possession and chances into a winning scoreline.

Shedbury City:

Khadim Diakhate (8.1) - A commanding performance with two goals and an assist, his influence was pivotal in turning the game around. Luis Pinto (7.4) - Scored a crucial goal and kept the attack lively throughout. Norbert Fischer (7.2) - Provided the assist for the late goal and was active in midfield. Pedro Guzman (7.0) - Booked but solid defensively, adding stability. Ousmane Sylla (7.0) - Scored the equalizer and was a constant threat upfront.

Hillst Roys:

Nilson Pires (7.0) - Provided two assists and was instrumental in their attacking moves. Phillip Lewis (7.0) - Scored the opening goal, showing good movement. Pedro Chagas (7.0) - Scored late to add some gloss but was otherwise involved. Allan Carroll (6.5) - Picked up a yellow card early in the second half, struggled to influence the game after.