The report
Key Events:
- 14' Yellow card to Witch Horst Weber
- 16' Chirker Soumaila N'guessan scores
- 19' Yellow card to Chirker Wilson Marichal
- 37' Chirker Ashraf Hamdy scores, assisted by Anton Lehmann
- 60' Yellow card to Chirker Ashraf Hamdy
- 64' Witch John MacPherson scores, assisted by Yero Gueye
- 83' Yellow card to Witch Souleymane Kadio
- 84' Chirker Ashraf Hamdy scores
No Witch players reached the 7.0+ threshold but John MacPherson’s goal was a bright moment.
Match Statistics:
Possession: 53%-47% Shots: Witch 8 (7 on target) - Chirker 13 (10 on target) Corners: Witch 6 - Chirker 2 Fouls: Witch 4 - Chirker 13 Yellow Cards: Witch 2 - Chirker 2 Tackles: Witch 5 - Chirker 10 Dribbles: Witch 12 - Chirker 8 Pass Accuracy: Witch 85% - Chirker 80%
Chirker’s ability to convert their chances, combined with disciplined defending and key contributions from Hamdy, ultimately made the difference. Despite Witch’s efforts and possession advantage, the visitors’ clinical edge and strategic execution earned them a well-deserved victory in this tightly fought encounter.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Ashraf Hamdy*
The standout performer, scoring twice and leading Chirker’s attack with precision and composure.
Yero Gueye*
Played a key role in midfield, supporting both defensive duties and attacking transitions.
Anton Lehmann*
Provided the assist for Hamdy’s first goal, orchestrating play effectively.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Soumaila N'guessan for Chirker. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison