Waltby Stave 3 - 2 Sheaffiele

Key Events:

• 11' Sheaffiele Philippe Robert scores, assisted by Michel Lemoine
• 37' Yellow card to Sheaffiele Jorge Alvez
• 30' Sheaffiele Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 58' Waltby Stave Allan Carroll scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 59' Yellow card to Waltby Stave Michel Lemoine
• 61' Waltby Stave Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Seungwoo Jeong
• 66' Yellow card to Sheaffiele Michel Lemoine
• 70' Waltby Stave Michel Lemoine scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
• 72' Yellow card to Waltby Stave Jorge Alvez

Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:

The match saw Sheaffiele generate a higher xG of 2.73, reflecting their dominance in shots on target and overall attacking pressure, with 10 on target from 12 attempts. Conversely, Waltby Stave's xG of 1.75 suggests they capitalized on fewer chances but converted effectively, scoring three goals from their eight shots. This efficiency underlines their clinical finishing, especially in the second half, which proved decisive against the more prolific visitors.

Waltby Stave:

• Allan Carroll (7.2) - A commanding presence in midfield, he orchestrated attacks and scored a crucial goal.
• Nilson Pires (7.1) - His movement and link-up play were vital in breaking down Sheaffiele’s defense.
• Seungwoo Jeong (7.0) - Consistent in midfield, contributed both offensively and defensively.

Sheaffiele:

• Michel Lemoine (7.3) - Despite receiving a yellow card, he was influential in attack and set up a goal.
• Jorge Alvez (7.1) - Showed resilience and creativity, earning a yellow card but also assisting a goal.
• Philippe Robert (7.0) - Opened the scoring and was a constant threat upfront.

The match was a tightly fought contest, with Waltby Stave making the most of their chances and holding firm defensively. Their disciplined approach and timely goals secured a hard-fought victory over a resilient Sheaffiele side that dominated possession and shot volume but fell just short in finishing.