The report
Key Events:
- 15' Yellow card to Bedon United Armindo Da Silva
- 17' Bedon United Martin Schmidt scores
- 27' Bedon United Rasmus Skov scores
- 41' Yellow card to Bedon United Rasmus Skov
- 43' Bedon United Rodrigo Guedes scores
- 56' Tortford Jorge Alvez scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 68' Yellow card to Bedon United Brian Gray
- 72' Bedon United Rodrigo Guedes scores, assisted by Martin Schmidt
- 76' Yellow card to Tortford Pedro Chagas
- 82' Bedon United Peter Williams scores, assisted by Ron Ross
Key Events:
- 15' Yellow card to Bedon United Armindo Da Silva. 17' - Martin Schmidt scores for Bedon United. 27' - Rasmus Skov scores for Bedon United. 41' - Yellow card to Bedon United Rasmus Skov. 43' - Rodrigo Guedes scores for Bedon United. 56' - Jorge Alvez scores for Tortford, assisted by Philippe Robert. 68' - Yellow card to Bedon United Brian Gray. 72' - Rodrigo Guedes scores again for Bedon United, assisted by Martin Schmidt. 76' - Yellow card to Tortford Pedro Chagas. 82' - Peter Williams scores for Bedon United, assisted by Ron Ross
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis — Bedon United’s xG of 4.04 aligns closely with their five goals, indicating a performance that was both efficient and in line with their chance quality. Tortford’s xG of 1.87 suggests they underperformed relative to their opportunities, managing only one goal from their limited chances. The tactical picture shows Bedon United’s attacking efficiency, converting a high proportion of their shots, while Tortford’s attack was hampered by a lack of precision and perhaps a touch of misfortune in front of goal.
Nobody from Tortford managed to reach the 7.0+ rating threshold, reflecting their struggles to impose themselves offensively and the defensive lapses that led to their heavy defeat.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Bedon United 51% - Tortford 49% Shots (On Target): Bedon United 19 (14) - Tortford 11 (5) Corners: Bedon United 5 - Tortford 4 Fouls: Bedon United 13 - Tortford 7 Yellow Cards: Bedon United 3 - Tortford 1 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Bedon United 7 - Tortford 8 Pass Accuracy: Both sides 84% Tackles: Bedon United 11 - Tortford 9
The statistics underline a match where Bedon United’s control and finishing made the difference, despite Tortford’s marginally higher number of dribbles and a slightly better shot conversion rate. The home side’s ability to create high-quality chances and convert them efficiently ultimately decided the game, leaving Tortford to ponder defensive lapses and missed opportunities.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Rodrigo Guedes*
A commanding presence up front, scoring twice and constantly threatening the Tortford backline.
Martin Schmidt*
Played a pivotal role in midfield, scoring and assisting, orchestrating much of Bedon United’s attacking play.
Peter Williams*
Sealed the victory with a well-taken goal, showing composure and good movement.
Rasmus Skov*
Despite a yellow card, contributed defensively and scored a crucial goal early in the second half.
Ron Ross*
Provided the assist for Williams’ goal, adding width and creativity to Bedon United’s attack.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Martin Schmidt for Bedon United. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison