The report
11' - Mamadou Thiam opened the scoring for Bridell City with a well-placed finish after an assist from John Hall. 18' - Robert Brown received a yellow card for Saldon Vale. 21' - Ralph Smith also picked up a yellow card, further complicating the hosts' efforts. 30' - Dimo Yordanov doubled the lead for Bridell City with a tidy finish, extending their advantage. 37' - Chi Dago was booked for Saldon Vale. 49' - John Hall added a third goal, assisted by Alois Beyer, as the visitors continued their dominance. 51' - Neil Harvey scored the fourth, with an assist from Fernando Costa. 57' - Alois Beyer made it five, assisted by Dimo Yordanov, sealing the game early in the second half. 66' - John Hall completed his brace with a goal from Fernando Costa's assist, putting the result beyond doubt. 89' - Dimo Yordanov received a late yellow card for Bridell City.
Despite a possession split of 51%-49%, Bridell City created a commanding 6-11 shot advantage, with 6 on target from 9 attempts, reflecting their clinical finishing. The xG of 2.51 for the visitors starkly contrasts with the 1.51 for Saldon Vale, indicating their finishing was well above expectations, while the hosts struggled to convert their limited chances. The visitors' work rate and dribbles (12 to 7) underpinned their attacking threat, and their defensive resilience kept Saldon Vale largely at bay, despite equal fouls and pass accuracy.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
John Hall*
scored twice and provided an assist, orchestrating much of Bridell City's attack.
Dimo Yordanov*
scored a goal and was a constant threat, also earning a yellow card for his aggressive play.
Fernando Costa*
contributed two assists and dictated play from midfield.
Neil Harvey*
scored the fourth goal with a composed finish and led the visitors' pressing.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
John Hall to Mamadou Thiam. 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