Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Jorge Alvez to Michael Brown. 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
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Michael Brown*
A clinical finisher whose two goals made the difference.
Pedro Chagas*
Active down the flank, contributed to the build-up and drew a yellow card early.
Michel Lemoine*
His tackles and presence in midfield kept Nundy Villa at bay, despite a late booking.
Jorge Alvez*
Provided width and an assist, though his yellow card suggests he was also involved in the game’s more heated moments.
Nilson Pires*
Scored the visitors’ only goal and was a constant threat in attack.
The report
In a contest that showcased the unpredictable nature of Division 8 League 85, Stannorpe edged past Nundy Villa with a 3-1 victory that defied the modest xG figures. The game was a study in efficiency, with Stannorpe converting their chances more ruthlessly than their visitors, despite a near-even possession split. The result underscores how a team’s clinical edge can sometimes outweigh the statistical dominance, especially when the game’s flow is punctuated by a flurry of yellow cards and tactical fouling.
Key Events:
- 8' Yellow card to Stannorpe Pedro Chagas
- 19' Stannorpe Michael Brown scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 29' Yellow card to Stannorpe Allan Carroll
- 54' Yellow card to Nundy Villa Philippe Robert
- 58' Nundy Villa Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 67' Yellow card to Nundy Villa Michel Lemoine
- 74' Stannorpe Michael Brown scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
- 79' Yellow card to Stannorpe Jorge Alvez
- 83' Stannorpe Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 89' Yellow card to Stannorpe Michel Lemoine
The match’s narrative was largely driven by Michael Brown’s brace, which proved decisive in a game that saw both sides produce limited high-quality chances. Brown’s goals—one in the 19th minute and another in the 74th—were both well-taken, and his overall performance earned him a rating of 7.6. Nundy Villa’s lone goal, scored by Nilson Pires in the 58th minute, was a bright spot amid a game that saw their attacking efforts hampered by disciplined Stannorpe defending and a high number of fouls. The game was also marred by a series of bookings, with Pedro Chagas and Jorge Alvez among those cautioned for the hosts, and Philippe Robert and Michel Lemoine for the visitors. The tactical battle was punctuated by a high number of tackles and a fair share of fouls, reflecting a game played with intensity and a touch of frustration.
Tactically, Stannorpe’s ability to capitalize on their limited chances was the story of the day. Their xG of 1.65 exceeded the actual goals scored, indicating a degree of finishing efficiency that Nundy Villa could not match. Conversely, Nundy Villa’s xG of 0.89 suggests they were somewhat wasteful, especially considering their possession advantage. The game’s flow was characterized by a cautious approach from both sides, with Stannorpe perhaps more clinical in front of goal and slightly more disciplined in defense. The yellow cards and the overall tactical discipline hint at a game where both teams played with a certain edge, but Stannorpe ultimately demonstrated the sharper finishing and better decision-making in front of goal.
No Nundy Villa player reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, reflecting their struggle to impose sustained pressure or convert chances efficiently.
The statistics paint a picture of a tightly contested game, with Stannorpe making their few chances count and Nundy Villa unable to find the finishing touch despite holding a slight edge in possession and corners. The disciplined approach from both sides, combined with the tactical discipline and individual moments of quality, ultimately decided the outcome in favor of the hosts.