Wirew Aylact 4 - 5 Hod Gre

Key Events:

• 9' Yellow card to Wirew Aylact Michel Lemoine
• 10' Hod Gre Nilson Pires scores
• 14' Yellow card to Hod Gre Pedro Chagas
• 26' Wirew Aylact Seungwoo Jeong scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 45' Hod Gre Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
• 50' Wirew Aylact Zdravko Ivanišević scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
• 55' Hod Gre Nilson Pires scores
• 61' Hod Gre Seungwoo Jeong scores
• 65' Wirew Aylact Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
• 69' Hod Gre Jorge Alvez scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
• 77' Wirew Aylact Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez

The match was a high-octane affair with Wirew Aylact dominating possession at 55%, and their 16 shots—15 on target—indicating a relentless offensive approach. Yet, their expected goals (xG) of 3.89 suggested they were slightly overperforming, perhaps a testament to their finishing or Hod Gre’s less-than-robust goalkeeping. Hod Gre, with a modest xG of 1.68, relied on opportunistic strikes and defensive counters, which, despite their lower shot count, kept the game tight until the late stages. The game’s narrative was shaped by a series of quick transitions and individual moments of brilliance, especially from Nilson Pires, whose two goals and assist earned him a match rating of 8.1. Hod Gre’s goalkeeper made 13 saves, reflecting the pressure they faced, but their defensive lapses in the final third ultimately proved costly.

The game’s chaotic nature was mirrored in the player ratings, with Pires standing out for Hod Gre, and Jorge Alvez and Michel Lemoine providing notable contributions for Wirew Aylact. The match was a testament to the attacking spirit of both sides, even if it occasionally bordered on the reckless. Hod Gre’s ability to score five goals despite a lower xG underscores their clinical edge, while Wirew Aylact’s high shot volume and possession dominance suggest they created enough chances to secure at least a draw. As the final whistle blew, the scoreboard told a story of resilience, missed opportunities, and a game that will be remembered for its relentless pace and unpredictability.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Wirew Aylact 55% - Hod Gre 45% Shots (On Target): Wirew Aylact 16 (15) - Hod Gre 7 (6) Corners: 3-3 Fouls: 9-9 Yellow Cards: 1-1 Red Cards: 0-0 Dribbles: Wirew Aylact 13 - Hod Gre 10 Pass Accuracy: 87%-82% Tackles: Wirew Aylact 5 - Hod Gre 10

The match was a rollercoaster that defied the usual expectations of division eight football, with Hod Gre’s clinical finishing and resilience ultimately prevailing over Wirew Aylact’s possession dominance and shot volume. It was a game that proved, once again, that in football, the scoreboard often tells a story far removed from the underlying statistics.