The report
Key Events:
- 9' Harle United Edgardo Delgado scores
- 29' Harle United Edgardo Delgado scores
- 34' Harle United Carlos Ramos scores
- 60' Harle United Samir Antić scores, assisted by Enrique Perez
- 64' Yellow card to Rusends Rovers Stuart Mitchell
- 74' Yellow card to Harle United Belarmino Dos Santos
- 78' Yellow card to Harle United Samir Antić
- 82' Harle United Enrique Perez scores
- 88' Harle United Enrique Perez scores, assisted by Norbert Fischer
- 89' Yellow card to Rusends Rovers Lindomar Da Silva
The match was characterized by a stark contrast in attacking intent and efficiency. Harle United dominated possession with 57%, firing off 24 shots, 15 on target, and amassing an expected goals tally of 4.69. Their clinical finishing was exemplified by Delgado and Perez, who scored twice each, with Perez adding a late brace. Meanwhile, Rusends Rovers barely threatened the goal, registering no shots and a negligible xG of 0.01, highlighting their inability to create any genuine scoring opportunities. The visitors’ high pass accuracy (85%) and effective dribbling (9 successful attempts) underpinned their control, while Rusends’ defensive efforts were hampered by a high number of saves (15) and a lack of offensive presence.
Despite the lopsided score, the game was not without discipline issues, with each side receiving two yellow cards. Rusends Rovers’ Stuart Mitchell was cautioned in the 64th minute, and Lindomar Da Silva saw a similar fate in the 89th. For Harle United, Belarmino Dos Santos and Samir Antić also picked up yellows, the latter in a game where their attacking prowess was the defining feature. The match’s statistical disparity underscores the tactical dominance of Harle United, who capitalized on their superior quality and positional play to secure a comprehensive victory.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Rusends Rovers 43% - Harle United 57% Shots: 0-24 (On Target: 0-15) Corners: Rusends Rovers 2 - Harle United 8 Fouls: Rusends Rovers 9 - Harle United 9 Yellow Cards: Rusends Rovers 2 - Harle United 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Rusends Rovers 14 - Harle United 9 Pass Accuracy: Rusends Rovers 79% - Harle United 85%
The game’s statistical dominance from Harle United was reflected in their ability to control the tempo and create scoring opportunities at will. Rusends Rovers, meanwhile, will need to revisit their defensive organization and offensive potency if they are to avoid similar routs in future fixtures. For now, Harle United’s clinical efficiency and attacking prowess make them clear victors in this encounter.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Enrique Perez*
Led the line with two goals and an assist, showcasing clinical finishing and creative flair.
Edgardo Delgado*
Scored twice and was a constant threat, his movement causing chaos in the Rovers’ backline.
Carlos Ramos*
Opened the scoring with a well-placed finish, adding to the visitors’ early dominance.
Norbert Fischer*
Provided the assist for Perez’s second goal, demonstrating sharp distribution.
Lindomar Da Silva*
Despite a yellow card, contributed to the defensive effort and maintained composure under pressure.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Edgardo Delgado, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison