The report
Key Events:
- 17' Leigh United Cristian Martinez scores, assisted by Abdulaziz Sanni
- 24' Gridgwatfiel Malick Sow scores, assisted by Timothy Ibrahim
- 26' Leigh United David Kennedy scores, assisted by Justin Barnes
- 35' Leigh United Manuel Flores scores, assisted by Abdulaziz Sanni
- 37' Gridgwatfiel Timothy Ibrahim scores, assisted by Richard Chambers
- 52' Leigh United scores, assisted by Justin Barnes
- 53' Yellow card to Gridgwatfiel Patricio Cid
- 58' Yellow card to Gridgwatfiel Gonzalo Nuez
- 60' Leigh United Justin Barnes scores
- 61' Yellow card to Gridgwatfiel Alejandro Reyes
- 89' Leigh United Justin Barnes scores, assisted by Miguel Flores
Leigh United’s comprehensive display, driven by clinical finishing and tactical discipline, earned them a convincing 6-2 victory over Gridgwatfiel, underlining their offensive potency and resilience in this Division 3 League 2 clash.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Justin Barnes*
Delivered a masterclass in attacking midfield, scoring twice and providing key passes.
Abdulaziz Sanni*
His two assists helped unlock the Gridgwatfiel defense with creative runs and precise delivery.
Timothy Ibrahim*
The lone bright spot for the visitors, scored and assisted, showing his influence in attack.
Cristian Martinez*
Opened the scoring with a well-placed finish, constantly involved in the buildup.
David Kennedy*
His goal added to Leigh United’s dominance and kept the pressure on the visitors.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Abdulaziz Sanni to Cristian Martinez. 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