The report
Key Events:
- 15' Yellow card to Worth Villa Thierry Barbier
- 31' Yellow card to Harwick Villa Carlos Soares
- 43' Harwick Villa Osama Sallam scores
- 44' Yellow card to Worth Villa Jakob Laursen
- 45' Harwick Villa Damir Kralj scores
- 60' Harwick Villa Osama Sallam scores, assisted by Carlos Soares
- 63' Yellow card to Harwick Villa Bruno Rossi
- 75' Worth Villa Thierry Barbier scores, assisted by Alain Kambire
- 84' Yellow card to Worth Villa Tristan Jiqia
- 88' Harwick Villa Saliou Sow scores, assisted by Martin Kane
- 90' Yellow card to Harwick Villa Vojin Bratić
Worth Villa’s best efforts were marked by Thierry Barbier’s goal, but overall, they lacked the attacking threat to match the visitors’ clinical finishing. The hosts’ defense was under constant pressure, and despite their efforts, the xG disparity reflected their inability to convert chances effectively.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Worth Villa 55% - Harwick Villa 45% Shots: Worth Villa 7 (7 on target) - Harwick Villa 20 (12 on target) Corners: Worth Villa 2 - Harwick Villa 5 Fouls: Worth Villa 9 - Harwick Villa 15 Yellow cards: Worth Villa 3 - Harwick Villa 3 Dribbles: Worth Villa 11 - Harwick Villa 5 Pass Accuracy: Worth Villa 83% - Harwick Villa 77%
This match demonstrated Harwick Villa’s attacking efficiency and tactical discipline, with their players making the most of their chances. Worth Villa fought hard but couldn’t match the visitors’ clinical edge, resulting in a well-deserved victory for Harwick Villa.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Osama Sallam*
The standout performer, netting twice and causing constant problems for Worth Villa’s defense.
Martin Kane*
Provided the assist for the late goal and was influential in midfield.
Carlos Soares*
His assist for the third goal underlined his creative contribution.
Thierry Barbier*
Booked early and scored a late consolation, showing resilience.
Vojin Bratić*
Maintained composure despite the hectic nature of the game.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Osama Sallam, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison