The report
Key Events:
- 5' Yellow card to Burchea United Kiyoshi Tanabe
- 11' Bardenham Rangers Simon Pearson scores, assisted by Leonardo Caraballo
- 31' Bardenham Rangers Chris Harris scores, assisted by Ricardo Monteiro
- 51' Bardenham Rangers Washington Fernandez scores, assisted by Ahmed Zidan
- 52' Bardenham Rangers Simon Pearson scores
- 60' Burchea United Mario Tadić scores, assisted by Md Ng
- 82' Bardenham Rangers Hugo Lopes scores, assisted by Luis Cisternas
No players from Burchea United reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but Mario Tadić's goal showcased his resilience and ability to find the net despite limited service.
Bardenham Rangers' superior finishing, tactical organization, and disciplined defending ultimately secured a convincing victory, with their xG of 4.49 aligning well with their five-goal tally. The visitors' efforts were commendable but fell short of breaking down the hosts' resilient backline. This result underscores Bardenham Rangers' offensive potency and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, setting a positive tone for their upcoming fixtures.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Simon Pearson*
A standout performer, Pearson scored twice and was a constant threat in attack, demonstrating clinical finishing and intelligent movement.
Hugo Lopes*
Contributed a goal and was lively down the flank, providing width and creating multiple chances.
Leonardo Caraballo*
Played a key role in the build-up, setting up Pearson's opener with precise passing.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Simon Pearson for Bardenham Rangers. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison