The report
Key Events:
- 11' Holburne City Yves Martel scores
- 16' Yellow card to Woodmarch Lindomar Da Silva
- 17' Holburne City Segundo Perez scores, assisted by Dagoberto Gomez
- 20' Holburne City Marko Crnković scores
- 22' Holburne City Segundo Perez scores, assisted by Yves Martel
- 33' Yellow card to Woodmarch Friedrich Unger
- 40' Yellow card to Holburne City Segundo Perez
- 45' Holburne City John Taylor scores, assisted by Segundo Perez
- 50' Yellow card to Woodmarch Vladimir štimac
- 51' Holburne City Giorgi Davitadze scores, assisted by Segundo Perez
- 81' Holburne City Anthony Lowe scores, assisted by Segundo Perez
- 84' Holburne City Dagoberto Gomez scores
The game’s narrative was written early, with Yves Martel opening the scoring in the 11th minute, setting the tone for what was to come. Segundo Perez doubled the advantage in the 17th, assisted by Dagoberto Gomez, and Marko Crnković added a third shortly after. The visitors’ attacking trio of Perez, Martel, and Gomez dominated proceedings, creating a barrage of chances that Woodmarch could neither defend nor counter. Despite the hosts’ efforts to disrupt the rhythm with three yellow cards, they could not stem the tide of goals. The second half saw Giorgi Davitadze, Anthony Lowe, and Dagoberto Gomez all find the net, sealing an overwhelming victory that was as much about tactical precision as it was about finishing.
The expected goals (xG) tell a story of dominance, with Holburne City registering a 5.49 xG against Woodmarch’s mere 0.01. The disparity highlights how the visitors’ attacking moves were not only numerous but also of high quality, while the hosts’ defensive efforts were almost entirely futile. The game’s stats reinforce this, with Holburne City enjoying 54% possession and 19 shots on target, compared to Woodmarch’s complete lack of shots. The tactical picture was clear: Holburne City pressed with purpose, capitalized on their chances, and left the home side chasing shadows.
No players from Woodmarch reached the 7.0+ threshold, reflecting the team’s struggles across the pitch.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Woodmarch 46% - Holburne City 54% Shots (On Target): Woodmarch 0 (0) - Holburne City 26 (19) Corners: Woodmarch 2 - Holburne City 2 Fouls: Woodmarch 10 - Holburne City 11 Yellow Cards: Woodmarch 3 - Holburne City 1 Red Cards: Woodmarch 0 - Holburne City 0 Dribbles: Woodmarch 11 - Holburne City 13 Pass Accuracy: Woodmarch 80% - Holburne City 85% Tackles: Woodmarch 8 - Holburne City 14
This match was a stark reminder of the gulf in quality and execution, with Holburne City showcasing their attacking depth and tactical discipline. For Woodmarch, it was a lesson in resilience, or the lack thereof, as they faced an onslaught that left little room for hope or recovery. The final score of 0-8 will linger in the minds of all involved, a testament to the visitors’ clinical approach and the hosts’ defensive fragility.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Yves Martel*
A constant threat down the flank, scored and assisted, demonstrating his attacking prowess.
Dagoberto Gomez*
Played a key role in the build-up and scored a goal, showing his versatility.
Segundo Perez*
The standout performer, scored twice, assisted three times, and earned his rating with a masterclass in attacking midfield.
Giorgi Davitadze*
Added a goal and helped maintain the relentless pressure.
Anthony Lowe*
Contributed with a goal and was lively throughout.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Yves Martel, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

