Tortford 1 - 4 Ripsow Lan

Key Events:

• 10' Yellow card to Tortford Pedro Chagas
• 15' Ripsow Lan Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Friedrich Unger
• 26' Ripsow Lan Saliou Sow scores
• 31' Ripsow Lan Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Bruno Rossi
• 36' Ripsow Lan Friedrich Unger scores
• 45' Yellow card to Ripsow Lan Bruno Rossi
• 59' Tortford Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 65' Yellow card to Ripsow Lan Israel Morales
• 79' Yellow card to Tortford Michael Brown
• 81' Yellow card to Tortford Seungwoo Jeong
• 84' Yellow card to Tortford Nilson Pires

Ripsow Lan’s attacking prowess was evident from the outset, as they maintained a high shot count and created numerous scoring opportunities, reflected in their 4.18 xG—more than double Tortford’s 2.67. The visitors’ relentless pressure paid off early, with Lindomar Da Silva opening the scoring in the 15th minute after a neat assist from Friedrich Unger. Saliou Sow doubled the lead shortly after, and Luca Colombo’s goal in the 31st minute, assisted by Bruno Rossi, put Ripsow Lan firmly in control. Friedrich Unger’s goal just before halftime sealed their dominance, with the visitors heading into the break with a 4-0 lead. Tortford’s goal in the 59th minute from Philippe Robert was a consolation, but by then the game was well beyond their reach. The tactical battle was largely won by Ripsow Lan’s attacking midfielders and forwards, who exploited the spaces left by Tortford’s more defensive setup.

Tactically, Ripsow Lan’s approach was pragmatic and effective, with their 15 shots on target translating into goals and their high xG reflecting their quality finishing. Tortford’s attempts to rally after conceding early were hindered by a high number of fouls and yellow cards, which disrupted their rhythm. The hosts struggled to create clear-cut chances despite holding possession evenly, and their 17 saves highlight the pressure they faced. Ripsow Lan’s disciplined pressing and clinical finishing made the difference, and their ability to convert more of their chances was the defining factor in the outcome. The game underscored the importance of converting opportunities, as the visitors’ efficiency outstripped Tortford’s efforts, despite the home side’s respectable possession and shot count.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Tortford 50% - Ripsow Lan 50% Shots: Tortford 13 (On Target: 9) - Ripsow Lan 19 (On Target: 15) Corners: Tortford 5 - Ripsow Lan 7 Fouls: Tortford 15 - Ripsow Lan 10 Yellow Cards: Tortford 4 - Ripsow Lan 2 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Tortford 5 - Ripsow Lan 8 Pass Accuracy: Both 84% Tackles: Tortford 6 - Ripsow Lan 9

The match will be remembered as a display of Ripsow Lan’s attacking efficiency and resilience, with Tortford left to ponder how their defensive discipline was ultimately undone by the visitors’ clinical finishing.