The report
Key Events:
- 5' Yellow card to Walton Orient Eric Moreau
- 20' Yellow card to Newhale Town Michel Lemoine
- 22' Walton Orient Ivan Cvetković scores, assisted by Eckhard Köhler
- 24' Yellow card to Walton Orient Ladji Kanate
- 35' Yellow card to Newhale Town Seungwoo Jeong
- 43' Walton Orient Ladji Kanate scores, assisted by Eckhard Köhler
- 62' Walton Orient Ladji Kanate scores, assisted by Richard Stone
- 69' Newhale Town Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 81' Yellow card to Walton Orient Eckhard Köhler
- 83' Yellow card to Newhale Town Jorge Alvez
- 88' Walton Orient Kyungsoo Chae scores, assisted by Ivan Cvetković
No standout performers from Newhale Town reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but Philippe Robert’s goal kept their hopes alive and demonstrated resilience.
Walton Orient’s commanding performance, reflected in their high shot count and possession, was underpinned by tactical discipline and clinical finishing. Despite some yellow cards and a late goal conceded, they maintained control and deserved their victory, with their attacking trio delivering a match-winning display.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Ivan Cvetković*
A pivotal figure in attack, scoring and assisting, his movement and vision created multiple threats.
Ladji Kanate*
His brace and aggressive play earned him top marks, making a significant impact upfront.
Kyungsoo Chae*
His late goal capped a strong performance, adding width and threat from the flanks.
Eckhard Köhler*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and maintained composure throughout.
Richard Stone*
His assist for the third goal showcased his playmaking ability.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Ivan Cvetković for Walton Orient. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison