The report
Key Events:
- 5' Yellow card to Shen Villa Jorge Alvez
- 8' Shen Villa Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 18' Yellow card to Shen Villa Allan Carroll
- 37' Norom Mart Norbert Fischer scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
- 38' Yellow card to Norom Mart Khadim Diakhate
- 48' Norom Mart Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
- 56' Yellow card to Shen Villa Michael Brown
- 63' Shen Villa Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Branko Bartolić
- 66' Shen Villa Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Branko Bartolić
- 74' Norom Mart Norbert Fischer scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
- 84' Norom Mart Friedrich Unger scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
Norom Mart dominated possession with 57%, firing 14 shots, 11 on target, and accumulating an expected goals tally of 3.09. Shen Villa, despite only 43% possession, kept pace with 8 shots, all on target, and an xG of 2.05. The visitors’ aggressive approach was evident in their three yellow cards, yet they managed to score three times, thanks in part to the sharp finishing of Nilson Pires and Philippe Robert. The hosts, led by Lindomar Da Silva’s creative influence, capitalized on their chances with four goals, showcasing their attacking intent and tactical flexibility. The game’s flow was punctuated by key moments, including a flurry of goals in the second half that kept the outcome uncertain until the final whistle.
Tactically, Norom Mart’s slightly higher possession and shot count suggest a team keen on controlling the game and creating multiple opportunities. Their xG of 3.09 indicates they were slightly more efficient than their actual goals tally, hinting at some missed chances or excellent goalkeeping from Shen Villa’s side. Shen Villa’s goal-scoring exploits, particularly from Pires and Robert, highlight their counter-attacking potential, though their defensive discipline was tested with a total of eight fouls and three yellow cards. The match demonstrated that in football, persistence and precision often outweigh sheer dominance, and both teams contributed to a lively, unpredictable spectacle.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Norom Mart 57% - Shen Villa 43% Shots (On Target): Norom Mart 14 (11) - Shen Villa 8 (8) Corners: Norom Mart 6 - Shen Villa 2 Fouls: Norom Mart 8 - Shen Villa 8 Yellow Cards: Norom Mart 1 - Shen Villa 3 Red Cards: Norom Mart 0 - Shen Villa 0 Dribbles: Norom Mart 7 - Shen Villa 8 Pass Accuracy: Norom Mart 82% - Shen Villa 79%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Lindomar Da Silva*
The creative engine behind Norom Mart’s attack, contributing a goal and three assists, his vision and passing were crucial.
Norbert Fischer*
Scored twice, his movement and finishing were vital in securing the home side’s victory.
Friedrich Unger*
Added the final goal with a well-timed finish, showing composure in a tense game.
Khadim Diakhate*
Managed to keep the opposition at bay despite a yellow card, demonstrating resilience.
Philippe Robert*
His goal and assist underlined his importance in Shen Villa’s attacking efforts.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Nilson Pires for Shen Villa. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

