The report
Key Events:
- 7' Yellow card to Favelmer Arkadi Putkaradze
- 10' Yellow card to Brudbacklinch Michel Lemoine
- 13' Brudbacklinch Michel Lemoine scores
- 14' Yellow card to Favelmer David Murray
- 28' Yellow card to Brudbacklinch Abdoulaye Kouassi
- 33' Favelmer Nikola Perković scores, assisted by Sergio Ricci
- 36' Favelmer Nikola Perković scores
- 50' Yellow card to Favelmer Mario Rizzi
- 51' Favelmer Mario Rizzi scores, assisted by Arkadi Putkaradze
- 61' Yellow card to Brudbacklinch Desiderio Guzman
- 70' Favelmer Nikola Perković scores, assisted by Jose Pintos
Favelmer’s dominance was evident from the outset, with their possession edging slightly ahead at 52%. They created a flurry of chances, registering 19 shots with 17 on target, and an xG of 4.48, indicating their finishing was well aligned with their opportunities. The visitors, by comparison, managed just four shots, two on target, and an xG of only 0.73, reflecting their limited threat up front. The game’s key moments were punctuated by a flurry of cards—three for each side—highlighting the tense nature of the contest. Nikola Perković’s hat-trick, including a goal assisted by Sergio Ricci, was the highlight, demonstrating his importance in the home team’s attacking setup. Meanwhile, Michel Lemoine’s early goal for Brudbacklinch was a rare bright spot, but the visitors’ inability to sustain pressure or create clear-cut chances ultimately sealed their fate.
Tactically, Favelmer’s high shot volume and accurate passing—86% pass accuracy—allowed them to dominate possession and maintain pressure. Their ability to convert their chances, as reflected in their xG, was a testament to their sharpness in front of goal. Brudbacklinch’s defensive efforts, including 11 tackles and 7 corners, suggest they were resilient in their own box but lacked the cutting edge to turn their set pieces into goals. The game’s flow was punctuated by yellow cards, which added a layer of tension but did little to alter the outcome. Favelmer’s ability to capitalize on their opportunities, combined with their disciplined approach, ultimately made the difference.
In the end, Favelmer’s victory was a well-earned display of attacking efficiency and tactical discipline. Nikola Perković’s performance, earning a rating of 8.4, was instrumental in securing the win, while the visitors’ efforts fell short despite their defensive organization. The result leaves Favelmer with a boost in confidence, while Brudbacklinch will need to reassess their attacking options if they are to challenge more effectively in future fixtures.
No Brudbacklinch player reached a rating of 7.0+.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Favelmer 52% - Brudbacklinch 48% Shots (On Target): Favelmer 19 (17) - Brudbacklinch 4 (2) Corners: Favelmer 4 - Brudbacklinch 7 Fouls: Favelmer 7 - Brudbacklinch 9 Yellow Cards: Favelmer 3 - Brudbacklinch 3 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Favelmer 13 - Brudbacklinch 12 Pass Accuracy: Favelmer 86% - Brudbacklinch 83%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Nikola Perković*
A hat-trick masterclass, his movement and finishing were the difference.
Sergio Ricci*
Provided the assist for Perković’s first goal and kept the play ticking.
Mario Rizzi*
Scored the third goal and added energy to the midfield.
David Murray*
Solid in defense, though his yellow card disrupted his rhythm.
Jose Pintos*
Assisted the final goal and showed good composure.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Michel Lemoine for Brudbacklinch. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison

