Shedbury City 1 - 2 Thitwort

Key Events:

• 8' Thitwort Kyungsoo Chae scores, assisted by Marcel Durand
• 49' Shedbury City Arthur MacDonald scores
• 52' Yellow card to Shedbury City an unnamed player
• 59' Yellow card to Shedbury City Arthur MacDonald
• 63' Thitwort Jacques Carlier scores, assisted by Roy Lee
• 64' Yellow card to Shedbury City an unnamed player
• 78' Yellow card to Thitwort John Bailey

The match was a tale of two halves, with Thitwort striking early through Kyungsoo Chae in the eighth minute, capitalizing on a well-placed pass from Marcel Durand. Shedbury City responded swiftly after the break, with Arthur MacDonald equalizing in the 49th minute, a goal that briefly lifted the home side’s spirits. However, Thitwort retook the lead in the 63rd minute via Jacques Carlier, assisted by Roy Lee, and held firm thereafter. Despite Shedbury City's relentless pressure, their high shot count and expected goals of 3.62 contrasted sharply with their inability to convert, as their finishing lacked the clinical edge needed to secure at least a point. The visitors' defensive resilience, combined with their ability to capitalize on key moments, proved decisive.

The game was punctuated by tactical discipline and a fair share of cards, with Shedbury City receiving three yellows and Thitwort one, reflecting a game played with intensity but not recklessness. The hosts' efforts to break down Thitwort’s defence were thwarted by the visitors’ disciplined approach, and the difference in goal conversion was stark. The match’s statistics reveal a game of contrasts: Shedbury City dominated possession and shot volume but lacked the finishing touch, while Thitwort made the most of their limited opportunities. This result underscores the importance of efficiency in front of goal and the value of tactical patience.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Shedbury City 50% - Thitwort 50% Shots (On Target): Shedbury City 15 (14) - Thitwort 5 (5) Corners: Shedbury City 3 - Thitwort 3 Fouls: Shedbury City 11 - Thitwort 10 Yellow Cards: Shedbury City 3 - Thitwort 1 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Shedbury City 13 - Thitwort 10 Pass Accuracy: Shedbury City 78% - Thitwort 82% Tackles: Shedbury City 9 - Thitwort 8

The final score of 1-2 reflects a game where the visitors’ efficiency and defensive resilience outmatched the hosts’ volume of chances. Despite the high shot count and possession, Shedbury City’s inability to convert their opportunities into goals ultimately cost them, illustrating that in football, quality often trumps quantity.