The report
Key Events:
- 11' Yellow card to Ching Athletic Pedro Chagas
- 31' Hithle Thistle Lindomar Da Silva scores
- 32' Yellow card to Ching Athletic Jorge Alvez
- 37' Yellow card to Hithle Thistle Edwin van der Burg
- 42' Yellow card to Ching Athletic Michel Lemoine
- 66' Hithle Thistle Bruno Rossi scores, assisted by Lindomar Da Silva
- 83' Hithle Thistle Steven Bennett scores
- 90' Yellow card to Hithle Thistle Lindomar Da Silva
- 90' Yellow card to Ching Athletic Phillip Lewis
- 90' Hithle Thistle Steven Bennett scores
- 90' Hithle Thistle Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Paul Vasseur
- 90' Hithle Thistle Lindomar Da Silva scores, assisted by Paul Vasseur
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: Hithle Thistle generated an xG of 4.04, reflecting their clinical finishing and numerous scoring opportunities, far exceeding their actual tally of six goals. Their high shot count (19 shots with 14 on target) indicates persistent attacking pressure, with Lindomar Da Silva capitalizing on multiple chances. Conversely, Ching Athletic's xG of 0.76 underscores their limited threat, managing only three shots on target from minimal opportunities, highlighting the defensive resilience of the hosts and the visitors' struggles in attack.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Lindomar Da Silva*
An outstanding performance with a hat-trick and an assist, dominating the game’s offensive play.
Steven Bennett*
Added two goals and was a constant threat in attack.
Paul Vasseur*
Provided two assists, orchestrating key attacking moves.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Lindomar Da Silva, unassisted on the log. Origin unknown; destination 1–0.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison