The report
Key Events:
- 10' Yellow card to Yarton United Khadim Diakhate
- 18' Yellow card to Emston Albion Seungwoo Jeong
- 26' Yellow card to Emston Albion Phillip Lewis
- 63' Yarton United Luis Pinto scores
- 74' Yellow card to Yarton United Stuart Mitchell
- 75' Yarton United Luis Pinto scores
- 84' Yellow card to Emston Albion Jorge Alvez
- 85' Yellow card to Emston Albion Michel Lemoine
- 90' Yellow card to Yarton United Lindomar Da Silva
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: While Emston Albion slightly outperformed in xG (1.71 vs. 1.64), their failure to score reflects a lack of clinical finishing. Yarton United’s efficiency in converting their chances was the key difference, with Pinto’s goals aligning well with their xG. The tactical discipline and goalkeeping heroics kept the scoreline tight, but ultimately, Yarton United’s precision in front of goal made the difference.
No players from Emston Albion reached the 7.0 rating threshold, but the hosts’ defensive organization and goalkeeper’s 10 saves kept the game competitive.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Luis Pinto*
His two goals and overall attacking presence made him the standout performer, constantly threatening the Albion defense.
Michel Lemoine*
Solid at the back, Lemoine contributed to the defensive effort and maintained composure under pressure.
Seungwoo Jeong*
Despite a yellow card, Jeong was active in midfield, helping to disrupt Yarton United’s build-up play.
Stuart Mitchell*
His yellow card was a tactical foul, but he showed resilience and leadership in midfield.
Khadim Diakhate*
His early yellow card set the tone for a competitive game, and he worked tirelessly throughout.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Luis Pinto, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 0–1.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison