The report
16' - Vladimir štimac puts South United ahead with a precise finish after a clever pass from Luca Colombo. 9' - Branko Bartolić equalizes instantly for Sourstch Athletic with a composed strike, leveling the score. 12' - Michel Lemoine receives a yellow card for Sourstch Athletic for a foul. 37' - Bruno Rossi is booked for South United following a foul. 42' - Philippe Robert scores with a well-placed shot after an assist from Nilson Pires, giving the visitors the lead. 60' - Nilson Pires doubles Sourstch Athletic's advantage with a tidy finish, assisted by Philippe Robert. 68' - Phillip Lewis picks up a yellow card for Sourstch Athletic. 75' - Xinping Boon is booked for South United following a foul. 91' - Israel Morales receives a late yellow card for South United.
Despite South United holding a slight edge in possession (57%), the xG figures tell a different story: 2.62 for the hosts versus 1.5 for Sourstch Athletic. The visitors were more clinical, converting 43% of their shots into goals, while the hosts' shooting accuracy was slightly better on target but lacked the finishing touch. Sourstch Athletic created fewer chances but made them count, especially with their decisive counter-attacks led by Philippe Robert and Nilson Pires.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Philippe Robert*
scored a crucial goal and provided an assist, orchestrating much of the visitors' attacking play.
Nilson Pires*
scored the second goal and was a constant threat in the final third.
Jorge Gonzalez*
commanding in goal with four saves, kept Sourstch Athletic in front during tense moments.
Branko Bartolić*
scored the equalizer and kept the visitors composed throughout.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Luca Colombo to Vladimir štimac. 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