The report
Key Events:
- 4' Yellow card to Wat Pord United Lindomar Da Silva
- 4' Stonilwood John Irvine scores, assisted by Jose Silva
- 11' Yellow card to Stonilwood Song Chua
- 22' Stonilwood Maurice Payne scores, assisted by Tobias Franke
- 30' Yellow card to Wat Pord United Weijie Hong
- 37' Yellow card to Stonilwood Maurice Payne
- 42' Stonilwood Eduardo Sanchez scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
- 54' Yellow card to Wat Pord United Luca Colombo
- 55' Stonilwood Maurice Payne scores, assisted by Eduardo Sanchez
- 67' Stonilwood Jose Silva scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
- 70' Wat Pord United Weijie Hong scores
- 78' Yellow card to Stonilwood Jose Silva
- 89' Yellow card to Stonilwood Carlos Sanches
Key Events:
- 4' Yellow card to Wat Pord United Lindomar Da Silva. 4' - Stonilwood John Irvine scores, assisted by Jose Silva. 11' - Yellow card to Stonilwood Song Chua. 22' - Stonilwood Maurice Payne scores, assisted by Tobias Franke. 30' - Yellow card to Wat Pord United Weijie Hong. 37' - Yellow card to Stonilwood Maurice Payne. 42' - Stonilwood Eduardo Sanchez scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi. 54' - Yellow card to Wat Pord United Luca Colombo. 55' - Stonilwood Maurice Payne scores, assisted by Eduardo Sanchez. 67' - Stonilwood Jose Silva scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi. 70' - Wat Pord United Weijie Hong scores. 78' - Yellow card to Stonilwood Jose Silva. 89' - Yellow card to Stonilwood Carlos Sanches
The xG figures tell a story of dominance: Stonilwood’s 4.19 far outstripped Wat Pord United’s 0.73, reflecting their superior finishing and shot quality. Despite the modest possession split (49%-51%), the visitors created nearly twenty times the quality chances, underscoring their clinical approach. Wat Pord United’s defensive frailties—highlighted by 15 saves needed—were evident, and their limited attacking output was a reflection of the tactical gap between the sides. The game was a reminder that possession and shot count alone do not determine success; the quality and conversion rate of chances are what really matter.
In the end, Stonilwood’s disciplined, goal-oriented play proved decisive. Maurice Payne and Eduardo Sanchez stood out with their two goals apiece, while Jose Silva’s late strike capped a dominant display. Wat Pord United’s lone goal from Weijie Hong was a rare bright spot amid a game that exposed their vulnerabilities. The match was a textbook example of how clinical finishing and tactical discipline can turn the tide, even when possession is evenly split. Stonilwood’s victory cements their position as a team capable of both controlling the game and finishing with ruthless efficiency.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Wat Pord United 49% - 51% Stonilwood Shots: Wat Pord United 4 (On Target: 2) - Stonilwood 19 (On Target: 15) Corners: Wat Pord United 7 - Stonilwood 5 Fouls: Wat Pord United 10 - Stonilwood 8 Yellow Cards: Wat Pord United 3 - Stonilwood 4 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Wat Pord United 13 - Stonilwood 7 Pass Accuracy: Both teams 84%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Maurice Payne*
Two goals and a constant threat, Payne’s movement and finishing were the difference.
Eduardo Sanchez*
His assist and goal helped seal the game, showing composure in attack.
Jose Silva*
Scored a crucial goal and contributed to the build-up, a steady presence.
Bruno Rossi*
Two assists and tactical discipline, Rossi was the architect of much of Stonilwood’s success.
Lindomar Da Silva*
Despite the early yellow, he kept battling but couldn’t contain the opposition’s attack.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then John Irvine for Stonilwood. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison