Darkingster 1 - 3 Wesburmin

Key Events:

• 3' Yellow card to Darkingster Jack Morton
• 28' Wesburmin Yann Feng scores, assisted by Enzo De Jesus
• 43' Darkingster Jose Da Rocha scores, assisted by Guy Jenkins
• 49' Wesburmin Calvin Park scores
• 51' Yellow card to Darkingster Cristian Zarate
• 72' Wesburmin Claudio Gomez scores, assisted by Calvin Park
• 78' Yellow card to Wesburmin Federico Arteaga
• 86' Yellow card to Darkingster Guy Jenkins

The match was characterized by a high number of fouls and yellow cards, reflecting a fiercely contested battle in midfield. Wesburmin’s ability to convert their chances, particularly through Calvin Park and Claudio Gomez, was underpinned by their slightly higher pass accuracy and more aggressive approach in attack. Darkingster, although holding a slight edge in tackles and saves, struggled to create enough quality opportunities to match the xG of 3.18. The game’s flow was punctuated by yellow cards for both sides, with Cristian Zarate and Guy Jenkins receiving bookings for the hosts, and Federico Arteaga for the visitors. Wesburmin’s resilience and clinical edge ultimately earned them the three points, with Park’s goal and assist standing out as the key moments.

Looking at the xG figures, Wesburmin’s 3.18 far outstripped Darkingster’s 1.13, aligning with the shot counts—15 to 5—and the number of shots on target. This disparity suggests Wesburmin’s finishing was more precise, while Darkingster’s attempts, though frequent, lacked the same quality. The tactical picture indicates Wesburmin’s ability to create high-quality chances, especially with Park’s involvement, was decisive. Darkingster’s defensive effort, including 15 saves, kept the scoreline closer than the shot count might suggest, but ultimately, the visitors’ efficiency was the difference. The game underscores how a team’s conversion rate and decision-making in the final third can outweigh possession and defensive work.

Darkingster’s best performers lacked the standout ratings but contributed defensively and offensively: Jose Da Rocha (6.9) - Scored a vital goal, kept battling throughout. Jack Morton (6.7) - Booked early, but showed resilience in midfield. Cristian Zarate (6.5) - Picked up a yellow card but kept fighting in midfield. Guy Jenkins (6.8) - Despite the booking, displayed leadership and effort.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Darkingster 48% - Wesburmin 52% Shots (On Target): Darkingster 5 (4) - Wesburmin 15 (11) Corners: Darkingster 2 - Wesburmin 3 Fouls: Darkingster 8 - Wesburmin 8 Yellow Cards: Darkingster 3 - Wesburmin 1 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Darkingster 13 - Wesburmin 10 Pass Accuracy: Darkingster 80% - Wesburmin 82% Tackles: Darkingster 11 - Wesburmin 5

The statistics reinforce the narrative: Wesburmin’s higher shot quality and clinical finishing were decisive, even if Darkingster’s defensive resilience kept them in the game longer than the shot count might suggest. The yellow cards and fouls highlight the game’s combative nature, but ultimately, Wesburmin’s ability to convert their chances proved the decisive factor in this Division 6 League 16 encounter.