Cass Rock United 7 - 1 Elshop Villa

Key Events:

• 6' Yellow card to Cass Rock United an unnamed player
• 7' Yellow card to Elshop Villa Phillip Lewis
• 9' Cass Rock United scores
• 11' Yellow card to Elshop Villa Jorge Alvez
• 14' Cass Rock United scores
• 22' Cass Rock United scores
• 37' Cass Rock United scores
• 43' Elshop Villa Allan Carroll scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 61' Yellow card to Elshop Villa Michel Lemoine
• 68' Cass Rock United scores
• 78' Cass Rock United scores
• 84' Cass Rock United scores
• 89' Yellow card to Elshop Villa Philippe Robert

The match was characterized by a significant disparity in shot volume and quality, with Cass Rock United firing 21 shots—18 on target—and registering an expected goals figure of 4.84. In contrast, Elshop Villa managed only two shots, with a mere 0.41 xG, reflecting their inability to threaten the home side’s goal beyond a single consolation. Cass Rock’s control of possession (52%) and high pass accuracy (85%) facilitated their attacking rhythm, while Villa’s 15 fouls and four yellow cards hinted at their frustration and defensive desperation. The game’s narrative was largely written in the first half, as Cass Rock scored four goals before the break, effectively ending the contest early, with Villa’s lone goal coming from Allan Carroll in the 43rd minute, assisted by Nilson Pires. The second half saw Cass Rock add three more, with goals at 68', 78', and 84', sealing a comprehensive victory.

Tactically, Cass Rock United’s ability to convert their chances was the defining feature. Their xG of 4.84 was well over the actual tally of seven goals, indicating some clinical finishing that exceeded expectations. Meanwhile, Villa’s defensive efforts, marked by 14 tackles and 15 fouls, were ultimately insufficient to stem the tide. The visitors’ discipline was also compromised by four yellow cards, including one for their goalkeeper Michel Lemoine at 61', which may have contributed to their inability to mount any sustained attack. Cass Rock’s disciplined pressing and precise passing kept Villa on the back foot, exemplified by their 85% pass accuracy and nine successful dribbles. The game’s outcome was a testament to Cass Rock’s attacking potency and Villa’s defensive fragility.

For Cass Rock United, no player reached the 7.0 threshold but the collective effort was impressive, with several players contributing to the high shot count and attacking fluidity.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Cass Rock United 52% - Elshop Villa 48% Shots (On Target): Cass Rock United 18 (18) - Elshop Villa 1 (1) Corners: Cass Rock United 5 - Elshop Villa 2 Fouls: Cass Rock United 8 - Elshop Villa 15 Yellow Cards: Cass Rock United 1 - Elshop Villa 4 Red Cards: Cass Rock United 0 - Elshop Villa 0 Dribbles: Cass Rock United 9 - Elshop Villa 11 Pass Accuracy: Cass Rock United 85% - Elshop Villa 83% Tackles: Cass Rock United 5 - Elshop Villa 14

The scoreline of 7-1 reflects a game where Cass Rock United’s attacking prowess was simply too much for Elshop Villa to handle. Despite Villa’s efforts to disrupt and frustrate, their defensive lapses and disciplinary issues ultimately handed Cass Rock a victory that will be remembered for its clinical finishing and tactical discipline.