The report
Key Events:
- 14' Yellow card to Stand City Simon Gnepa
- 25' Stand City Karim Saleh scores, assisted by Traore Toure
- 28' Yellow card to St Mol Stanley Branko Bartolić
- 52' Yellow card to Stand City Karim Saleh
- 58' Stand City Karim Saleh scores
- 63' Yellow card to Stand City an unnamed player
- 74' Yellow card to St Mol Stanley Michel Lemoine
- 75' Stand City Mahmoud Ali scores, assisted by Edmilson Lima
- 83' Stand City Hossam Shams scores, assisted by Karim Saleh
- 90' Yellow card to St Mol Stanley Jorge Alvez
Stand City’s dominance was reflected in the shot count and expected goals, with a total of 16 shots and an xG of 3.88, compared to the home side’s solitary effort with an xG of just 0.26. The visitors’ ability to maintain pressure, coupled with their disciplined defense—evidenced by 17 tackles—meant they kept the game firmly in control. Meanwhile, St Mol Stanley’s defensive efforts were often futile, as they faced a barrage of shots, 15 of which were on target, but only managed to produce a single attempt of their own. The game was a reminder that possession alone does not win matches, especially when the opposition’s finishing is so sharp.
The tactical narrative was straightforward: Stand City pressed high and exploited the gaps, with Karim Saleh leading the charge. His two goals and assist earned him a well-deserved 7.8 rating, exemplifying his influence. The hosts, meanwhile, lacked the cutting edge and were repeatedly caught out, as their defensive line was breached multiple times. Despite the scoreline, the game was not without discipline, with both sides receiving three yellow cards, but no red cards to mar the spectacle. As the final whistle blew, the visitors celebrated a comprehensive victory, while the hosts were left to ponder their missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Karim Saleh*
Led the line with two goals and an assist, showing clinical finishing and tactical awareness.
Hossam Shams*
Added a third goal with a well-placed shot, contributing to the visitors’ relentless attack.
Traore Toure*
Provided the assist for Saleh’s first goal and was active in midfield.
Michel Lemoine*
Booked late in the game, struggled to impose himself in midfield.
Jorge Alvez*
Picked up a yellow card but showed some defensive effort, though often out of position.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Traore Toure to Karim Saleh. 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