Kesby Couth 1 - 3 Shilmswoot

Key Events:

• 11' Yellow card to Kesby Couth Philippe Robert
• 16' Yellow card to Kesby Couth Branko Bartolić
• 18' Shilmswoot Cosimo Lombardo scores, assisted by Ivan Cvetković
• 28' Shilmswoot Julio Cortes scores, assisted by John Bailey
• 37' Yellow card to Kesby Couth Michel Lemoine
• 56' Shilmswoot Eric Moreau scores, assisted by Julio Cortes
• 77' Kesby Couth Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Branko Bartolić

The match was characterized by a high number of fouls and yellow cards, with Kesby Couth racking up three cautions, including two within the first 37 minutes. This early disciplinary trouble seemed to hamper their rhythm, allowing Shilmswoot to control possession and create more scoring opportunities. The visitors' xG of 2.83 reflected their dominance in chances, especially with ten shots on target, compared to the home side’s modest four shots and 0.73 xG. Shilmswoot capitalized on their chances, with goals from Cosimo Lombardo, Julio Cortes, and Eric Moreau, the latter sealing the game with a decisive strike in the 56th minute. Despite the home team’s effort to push forward, their inability to convert their limited chances underscored their struggles in front of goal.

The tactical narrative was clear: Shilmswoot’s disciplined, attack-minded approach paid dividends, while Kesby Couth’s discipline issues and limited offensive output left them chasing shadows. The visitors’ ability to maintain high pass accuracy (81%) and dribble effectively (10) helped them sustain pressure and create multiple goal-scoring opportunities. The home side’s resilience was evident in their late goal from Nilson Pires, assisted by Branko Bartolić, but it was too little, too late. Ultimately, Shilmswoot deserved their victory, demonstrating that patience and precision can outshine discipline lapses and limited possession.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Kesby Couth 48% - Shilmswoot 52% Shots (On Target): Kesby Couth 4 (2) - Shilmswoot 13 (10) Corners: Kesby Couth 3 - Shilmswoot 8 Fouls: Kesby Couth 11 - Shilmswoot 9 Yellow Cards: Kesby Couth 3 - Shilmswoot 0 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Kesby Couth 6 - Shilmswoot 10 Pass Accuracy: Kesby Couth 79% - Shilmswoot 81% Tackles: Kesby Couth 10 - Shilmswoot 9

The game’s statistics reinforce the narrative: Shilmswoot’s slightly superior possession and shot volume, combined with their clinical finishing, proved decisive. The discipline issues for Kesby Couth hampered their ability to control the game, and their defensive vulnerabilities were exploited by the visitors’ sharp attacking play. As the final whistle blew, the scoreboard reflected a game that was as much about mental resilience as tactical execution, with Shilmswoot claiming a deserved victory.