Harleigh 3 - 1 Holthwood

Key Events:

• 34' Harleigh Phillip Lewis scores
• 38' Holthwood Harry van Vliet scores
• 56' Harleigh Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Todor Iliev
• 64' Yellow card to Harleigh Francisco Lasso
• 66' Harleigh Todor Iliev scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine

Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: The match saw Harleigh generate an impressive xG of 3.83, reflecting their dominance in attacking play and high-quality chances created. The hosts' ability to convert two of these opportunities into goals underlines their clinical edge. Conversely, Holthwood's xG of 1.97 indicates they had a fair share of chances but lacked the finishing precision to capitalize fully. The disparity between actual goals and xG suggests Harleigh was somewhat fortunate not to have scored more, but their relentless pressure and tactical setup paid dividends. The tactical approach from both sides was evident, with Harleigh pushing high and creating numerous shooting opportunities, while Holthwood relied on counter-attacks and set-pieces, as seen with their two corners.

No standout performers (rating 7.0+) recorded from either side.

The match was a display of Harleigh's attacking prowess, evidenced by their high shot count and superior xG, which translated into a well-deserved victory. The hosts' ability to convert chances efficiently was the key difference, despite not having any players rated above 7.0. Holthwood showed resilience and tactical discipline but struggled to find the finishing touch needed to challenge the scoreline further. Overall, this game highlighted Harleigh's attacking efficiency and tactical organization, setting a strong tone for their league campaign moving forward.