The report
Key Events:
- 31' Farwood United Michael Brown scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 34' Yellow card to Farwood United Michel Lemoine
- 42' Yellow card to Edgntrom Palace Israel Morales
- 48' Edgntrom Palace Lindomar Da Silva scores
- 72' Yellow card to Edgntrom Palace Friedrich Unger
- 78' Edgntrom Palace Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Norbert Fischer
- 88' Edgntrom Palace Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
Farwood's control of the ball—58% possession—and their 13 shots, 11 on target, suggested a team eager to dominate, yet their goal came early through Michael Brown, assisted by Nilson Pires. The game then saw a series of yellow cards, with Michel Lemoine's booking at 34' hinting at some early frustrations. Edgntrom Palace, however, remained composed, with Lindomar Da Silva leveling the score at 48' and then turning the game around with a brace of goals in the second half. Luis Pinto's strike at 78' and Lindomar Da Silva's late effort at 88' sealed the victory, showcasing their attacking efficiency.
Tactically, the match was a study in contrasts: Farwood's possession-based approach was undermined by the visitors' sharp counterattacks, exemplified by Lindomar Da Silva's two goals and Luis Pinto's assist. The expected goals (xG) figures—2.97 for Farwood and 2.34 for Edgntrom—highlighted that the game was closely contested in terms of chance quality, but the visitors' ability to convert key opportunities proved decisive. Edgntrom's defensive resilience, combined with their effective use of set pieces and quick transitions, ultimately gave them the edge.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Farwood United 58% - Edgntrom Palace 42% Shots (On Target): Farwood United 13 (11) - Edgntrom Palace 11 (8) Corners: Farwood United 5 - Edgntrom Palace 3 Fouls: Farwood United 10 - Edgntrom Palace 12 Yellow Cards: Farwood United 1 - Edgntrom Palace 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Farwood United 12 - Edgntrom Palace 9 Pass Accuracy: Farwood United 86% - Edgntrom Palace 82% Tackles: Farwood United 9 - Edgntrom Palace 10
The result underscores how possession and shot volume do not always translate into victory, especially when clinical finishing is lacking. Edgntrom Palace's ability to capitalize on their chances and maintain defensive discipline proved the difference, leaving Farwood United to reflect on missed opportunities and the importance of converting chances into goals.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Michael Brown*
Scored early but faded as the game progressed.
Nilson Pires*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and was active in midfield.
Michel Lemoine*
Booked early, struggled to influence the game afterward.
Lindomar Da Silva*
Two goals and a constant threat, deservedly the standout for Palace.
Luis Pinto*
Scored and assisted, orchestrating Palace's attack effectively.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Nilson Pires to Michael Brown. The event log names a helper; it does not name a body part.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison