Greham United 5 - 1 Hortins Stanley

Key Events:

• 38' Greham United Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Xinping Boon
• 42' Greham United Almir Francisco scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
• 46' Yellow card to Greham United an unnamed player
• 52' Greham United Xinping Boon scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
• 65' Yellow card to Hortins Stanley Jorge Alvez
• 67' Yellow card to Greham United Bruno Rossi
• 72' Hortins Stanley Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
• 77' Greham United Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Vladimir štimac
• 79' Yellow card to Greham United Almir Francisco
• 83' Yellow card to Greham United Luca Colombo
• 88' Greham United Xinping Boon scores

Greham United’s goal-scoring spree was sparked early, with Luis Pinto opening the scoring in the 38th minute after an assist from Xinping Boon. The hosts doubled their lead just four minutes later through Almir Francisco, who was set up by Bruno Rossi. The game’s momentum was firmly with Greham, and they extended their advantage with Boon’s second goal in the 52nd minute, again assisted by Rossi. Despite a yellow card for an unnamed Greham player just after the break, the home side continued to press. Luca Colombo added a fifth in the 77th minute, assisted by Vladimir štimac, sealing the game. Hortins Stanley’s lone goal came late, in the 72nd minute, from Nilson Pires with an assist from Philippe Robert. The visitors’ efforts were hampered by discipline issues, receiving four yellow cards, including one for Jorge Alvez.

The xG figures reveal a game that was fairly reflective of the chances created: Greham United’s 4.59 xG compared to their five goals indicates a high conversion rate, while Hortins Stanley’s 2.57 xG yielded only one goal, suggesting some finishing inefficiency. Tactically, Greham’s high shot volume and accuracy (17 on target from 20 attempts) demonstrate their offensive focus, while Hortins Stanley’s lower shot count and pass accuracy (76%) reflect their more cautious approach, albeit less effective. The game was a showcase of Greham’s attacking prowess, with their players capitalizing on their chances, whereas Hortins struggled to convert their opportunities and were undone by discipline lapses.

Hortins Stanley’s standout was Nilson Pires (7.0/10), who scored their consolation and kept fighting despite the heavy defeat. No other players from the visitors reached the 7.0 rating threshold.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Greham United 55% - Hortins Stanley 45% Shots (On Target): Greham United 20 (17) - Hortins Stanley 12 (9) Corners: Greham United 1 - Hortins Stanley 5 Fouls: Greham United 15 - Hortins Stanley 6 Yellow Cards: Greham United 4 - Hortins Stanley 1 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Greham United 10 - Hortins Stanley 10 Pass Accuracy: Greham United 84% - Hortins Stanley 76% Tackles: Greham United 7 - Hortins Stanley 9

The match was a testament to Greham United’s attacking efficiency and discipline, while Hortins Stanley’s efforts were hampered by their inability to convert chances and a handful of yellow cards. The result leaves Greham United comfortably atop their division, with their offensive firepower on full display, and Hortins Stanley left to ponder how to tighten their discipline and finishing.