The report
Key Events:
- 15' Harleigh Michel Lemoine scores
- 18' Yellow card to Nordwichlin-St Bidd Seungwoo Jeong
- 28' Harleigh Joaquim Rocha scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 44' Yellow card to Nordwichlin-St Bidd Michel Lemoine
- 49' Yellow card to Harleigh Pedro Chagas
- 57' Harleigh Phillip Lewis scores, assisted by Joaquim Rocha
- 59' Yellow card to Harleigh Joaquim Rocha
- 79' Harleigh Jorge Alvez scores
The match's narrative was punctuated by a series of key moments, starting with Michel Lemoine opening the scoring for Harleigh in the 15th minute. The hosts responded with a yellow card for Seungwoo Jeong just three minutes later, but the visitors doubled their lead when Joaquim Rocha scored in the 28th minute, assisted by Pedro Chagas. The game’s intensity increased as Lemoine received a yellow card in the 44th minute, and Chagas followed suit for Harleigh in the 49th. The visitors then put the game beyond doubt with Phillip Lewis's goal in the 57th, assisted by Joaquim Rocha, who also picked up a yellow card in the process. The scoring was completed by Jorge Alvez in the 79th minute, sealing a comprehensive victory for Harleigh.
Tactically, Harleigh's superior xG of 2.69 compared to Nordwichlin-St Bidd's 1.76 hints at their dominance in chance creation and finishing. Despite a slight edge in possession (54%), the hosts struggled to translate their control into clear-cut opportunities, as reflected in their seven shots, all on target, but ultimately unconverted. Conversely, Harleigh's efficiency was evident in their 13 shots, nine on target, and their ability to capitalize on key moments. The game demonstrated that possession alone does not guarantee success; clinical execution and exploiting the opposition's lapses are what ultimately decide the outcome.
While no players from Nordwichlin-St Bidd reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, Joaquim Rocha earned a commendable 7.0/10 for his goal, assist, and disciplined play. On the other side, Joaquim Rocha's all-round influence earned him the top rating for Harleigh, with a goal, assist, and a yellow card reflecting his active involvement. The game was also marked by disciplined fouling, with both sides receiving two yellow cards, and a relatively clean sheet for Harleigh, who made 13 saves compared to Nordwichlin-St Bidd's 8.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 54% - Harleigh 46% Shots (On Target): Nordwichlin-St Bidd 7 (7) - Harleigh 13 (9) Corners: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 6 - Harleigh 4 Fouls: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 7 - Harleigh 10 Yellow Cards: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 2 - Harleigh 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 10 - Harleigh 6 Pass Accuracy: Nordwichlin-St Bidd 81% - Harleigh 84%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Joaquim Rocha*
The architect of much of Harleigh's attacking play, with a goal and assist to his name.
Phillip Lewis*
Scored the third goal, showing composure and sharp finishing.
Jorge Alvez*
Sealed the victory with a late goal, adding to the visitors' tally.
Michel Lemoine*
Scored early but was booked and less influential as the game progressed.
Pedro Chagas*
Contributed defensively and with a yellow card, but also involved in the build-up.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Michel Lemoine, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison