The report
Key Events:
- 2' Yellow card to Ston United Pedro Chagas
- 8' Yellow card to Crostenton Shaun Nguyen
- 12' Yellow card to Ston United Nilson Pires
- 18' Ston United Zdravko Ivanišević scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 35' Crostenton Moonsik Eom scores, assisted by Arlindo Rodrigues
- 44' Crostenton Pero Bošković scores
- 45' Yellow card to Crostenton an unnamed player
- 59' Crostenton Pero Bošković scores, assisted by Moonsik Eom
- 77' Yellow card to Ston United Phillip Lewis
- 90' Crostenton Pero Bošković scores, assisted by Shaun Nguyen
Key Events:
- 2' Yellow card to Pedro Chagas (Ston United)
- 8' Yellow card to Shaun Nguyen (Crostenton)
- 12' Yellow card to Nilson Pires (Ston United)
- 18' Zdravko Ivanišević scores for Ston United, assisted by Philippe Robert
- 35' Moonsik Eom scores for Crostenton, assisted by Arlindo Rodrigues
- 44' Pero Bošković scores for Crostenton
- 45' Yellow card to an unnamed player (Crostenton)
- 59' Pero Bošković scores again, assisted by Moonsik Eom
- 77' Yellow card to Phillip Lewis (Ston United)
- 90' Pero Bošković completes his hat-trick, assisted by Shaun Nguyen
The match’s xG figures tell a story of Crostenton’s dominance, with an expected goals tally of 3.83 compared to Ston United’s modest 0.79. The visitors’ high shot volume—17 attempts with 14 on target—indicates a persistent offensive effort, while the hosts’ three shots, all on target, suggest they made the most of their limited opportunities. Crostenton’s tactical approach was evidently effective, with their players creating numerous high-quality chances, reflected in the over-performance relative to their xG. Ston United’s defence was under constant pressure, and their goalkeeper’s 13 saves highlight the relentless nature of Crostenton’s attack. The game was a tactical chess match, with Crostenton’s precision and patience ultimately outmatching the hosts’ more cautious approach.
While no players from Ston United reached a rating of 7.0 or higher, Crostenton’s Pero Bošković shone brightly, earning an 8.4/10 for his hat-trick and overall influence on the game. Moonsik Eom also impressed with a 7.3/10, contributing a goal and an assist, demonstrating his importance in the visitors’ attacking setup. Crostenton’s collective performance was disciplined and clinical, with key players stepping up at crucial moments, especially Bošković, whose finishing was clinical and decisive. The hosts, meanwhile, will need to reflect on their defensive lapses and their inability to capitalize on their limited chances.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Ston United 49% - Crostenton 51% Shots (On Target): Ston United 3 (3) - Crostenton 17 (14) Corners: Ston United 3 - Crostenton 4 Fouls: Ston United 13 - Crostenton 7 Yellow Cards: Ston United 3 - Crostenton 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Ston United 10 - Crostenton 12 Pass Accuracy: Both 82% Tackles: Ston United 18 - Crostenton 12
The game’s final score of 1-4 accurately reflects Crostenton’s dominance in chances and clinical finishing, with the visitors leaving Elshbor Park with a well-earned victory that underscores their attacking potency.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Pero Bošković*
His hat-trick was the defining feature of the game, and his movement and finishing were exemplary.
Moonsik Eom*
Contributed a goal and an assist, showing his versatility and attacking threat.
Philippe Robert*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and was active throughout.
Shaun Nguyen*
His work rate and creativity on the flank helped Crostenton maintain pressure.
Nilson Pires*
Despite the booking, kept the hosts organized in midfield.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Zdravko Ivanišević for Ston United. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison