Souls 2 - 4 Louth United

Key Events:

• 2' Yellow card to Louth United Grant Anderson
• 5' Louth United Sen Yong scores, assisted by Ron Clark
• 8' Souls Gabriel Shainidze scores
• 17' Louth United Sen Yong scores, assisted by Wayne Bailey
• 28' Louth United David Anderson scores
• 66' Souls Jules Kone scores
• 77' Louth United Mario Bouchard scores, assisted by Mario Gonzalez

The game started with a cautious tone, but Louth United quickly took control, with Sen Yong opening the scoring just five minutes in after a clever pass from Ron Clark. The visitors' attacking intent was evident as they peppered the goal with 16 shots, 14 on target, and an impressive xG of 3.73, reflecting their dominance in chances created. Despite Souls' solid defensive display, they conceded three goals before halftime, with Gabriel Shainidze and Sen Yong adding to their tally. The hosts managed to pull a goal back through David Anderson early in the second half, but Louth United responded swiftly with Jules Kone’s strike at the 66th minute. The visitors sealed the game with a late goal from Mario Bouchard in the 77th minute, confirming their superiority in front of goal.

The xG analysis underscores the visitors' clinical finishing, with their 14 shots on target translating into four goals, while Souls underperformed relative to their xG of 1.39, scoring only twice from six attempts. Tactical discipline and sharp attacking movements allowed Louth United to capitalize on their chances, while the hosts struggled to convert their opportunities despite a decent shot count. The match highlighted the importance of finishing efficiency and tactical execution, with Louth United demonstrating better decision-making in front of goal.

No standout performers (rating 7.0+) recorded for either team.

The match was a showcase of attacking intent from Louth United, who converted their chances with clinical precision, outscoring Souls despite a slightly lower possession share. The visitors' superior shot accuracy and finishing efficiency proved decisive, while the hosts displayed resilience but lacked the finishing touch to turn their opportunities into goals. Overall, Louth United deserved their victory, demonstrating tactical discipline and attacking prowess that overwhelmed the hosts' defense.