The report
Key Events:
- 9' Mawestlay scores, assisted by Gilberto Ibarra
- 10' Yellow card to Mawestlay Gilberto Ibarra
- 17' Mawestlay Gilberto Ibarra scores, assisted by Nazario Varela
- 21' Heaffiel Villa Luca Colombo scores
- 22' Mawestlay Gilberto Ibarra scores, assisted by Koji Tanaka
- 31' Yellow card to Mawestlay an unnamed player
- 45' Yellow card to Heaffiel Villa Ken Smith
- 52' Mawestlay Koji Tanaka scores, assisted by Nazario Varela
- 68' Yellow card to Mawestlay Jose Trujillo
- 79' Yellow card to Heaffiel Villa Washington Caballero
- 84' Yellow card to Heaffiel Villa Avtandil Gigauri
- 85' Mawestlay Jose Trujillo scores, assisted by Gilberto Ibarra
- 86' Yellow card to Mawestlay Koji Tanaka
Mawestlay’s offensive onslaught was evident from the outset, with Ibarra opening the scoring in the ninth minute after a precise assist from Gilberto Ibarra himself. The visitors doubled their lead shortly after, with Ibarra again involved, this time assisted by Nazario Varela. Villa responded with a well-taken goal from Luca Colombo at the 21st minute, but Mawestlay’s relentless pressure paid off again before halftime, with Ibarra completing his brace in the 22nd minute, assisted by Koji Tanaka. The second half saw Mawestlay extend their lead through Tanaka’s goal in the 52nd minute, assisted by Varela, and Jose Trujillo’s late strike in the 85th minute, assisted by Ibarra, sealing the comprehensive victory. Despite the high number of fouls and yellow cards, Mawestlay’s disciplined finishing was the decisive factor, with their xG of 5.58 well exceeding the actual goals scored.
The tactical story of the match was Mawestlay’s ability to convert their chances at a rate far above the expected goals metric, which stood at 5.58. Their shot volume—24 attempts with 21 on target—highlighted their offensive intent, while Villa’s defensive efforts, including 21 saves, underscored how much Mawestlay tested their resilience. The Villa’s possession was evenly split, but their limited shot count and the high number of saves suggest they were largely reactive rather than proactive. Mawestlay’s efficiency and precision, combined with Villa’s inability to capitalize on their few opportunities, made for a one-sided affair that reflected Mawestlay’s superior tactical execution and clinical finishing.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Heaffiel Villa 51% - Mawestlay 49% Shots (On Target): Heaffiel Villa 4 (3) - Mawestlay 24 (21) Corners: Heaffiel Villa 6 - Mawestlay 5 Fouls: Heaffiel Villa 12 - Mawestlay 13 Yellow Cards: Heaffiel Villa 3 - Mawestlay 4 Red Cards: Heaffiel Villa 0 - Mawestlay 0 Dribbles: Heaffiel Villa 11 - Mawestlay 5 Pass Accuracy: Heaffiel Villa 82% - Mawestlay 81%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Gilberto Ibarra*
The standout performer, scored twice, provided two assists, and drew a yellow card, orchestrating Mawestlay’s attack with flair.
Nazario Varela*
Played a key role in the build-up, providing two assists and maintaining a high work rate.
Koji Tanaka*
Contributed a goal and an assist, and was disciplined with a yellow card.
Luca Colombo*
The sole Villa player to find the net, offering a bright spot in an otherwise bleak display.
Jose Trujillo*
Scored a late goal and kept Mawestlay’s attack lively.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Gilberto Ibarra to Malick Niassy. 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

