Vendsham 1 - 3 Welton City

Key Events:

• 22' Welton City Takao Kan scores, assisted by Klaus Schütz
• 37' Yellow card to Vendsham Marcel Durand
• 47' Vendsham Ivan Cvetković scores, assisted by John Bailey
• 50' Welton City Michael Lee scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
• 76' Yellow card to Welton City Thomas Mitchell
• 88' Welton City Baba Gueye scores, assisted by Takao Kan
• 90' Yellow card to Welton City Baba Gueye

The xG analysis reveals that Welton City slightly outperformed expectations with an xG of 2.78 compared to Vendsham’s 1.78, reflecting their more aggressive approach and higher-quality chances. The visitors’ ability to convert their opportunities—three goals from nine shots on target—highlighted their clinical edge, especially with Takao Kan orchestrating much of their attacking play. Meanwhile, Vendsham had a respectable shot count and maintained high pass accuracy, but their goal came from a set-piece moment, illustrating the challenge they faced in breaking down a well-organized defense. Tactical discipline and sharp finishing proved decisive, with Welton City capitalizing on their chances in key moments.

No other players from either team reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but the match was characterized by disciplined performances across the pitch.

The statistics underline Vendsham’s possession advantage and their disciplined approach, but Welton City’s higher shot count and better conversion rate ultimately made the difference. The match was a testament to the importance of clinical finishing and tactical execution in Division 8 League 1.