The report
Key Events:
- 4' Waleston Albion Antoine Fofana scores, assisted by Mario Špoljarić
- 16' Epstle Wanderers Brian Hawkins scores, assisted by Zdravko Ivanišević
- 24' Yellow card to Waleston Albion an unnamed player
- 33' Yellow card to Waleston Albion Antoine Fofana
- 36' Epstle Wanderers Allan Carroll scores
- 39' Yellow card to Epstle Wanderers Michel Lemoine
- 48' Waleston Albion Alberto Paredes scores, assisted by Mario Špoljarić
- 52' Waleston Albion Mario Špoljarić scores, assisted by Manuel Flores
- 54' Waleston Albion Alberto Paredes scores, assisted by Christophe Fleury
- 58' Waleston Albion Idris Mustapha scores
- 71' Epstle Wanderers Thierry Garnier scores
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis:
Waleston Albion’s attacking efficiency was evident, with an xG of 3.19 reflecting their high-quality chances, especially in the second half when they scored four goals. In contrast, Epstle Wanderers generated an xG of 1.32, indicating they created fewer clear-cut opportunities despite their possession advantage. This disparity underscores Waleston Albion’s clinical finishing and tactical discipline, converting their chances at a higher rate than their xG would suggest. The match’s dynamic flow was characterized by Waleston’s quick transitions and precise finishing, making their dominance in the second half count.
No standout performers from Epstle Wanderers reached the 7.0+ threshold, but Brian Hawkins and Allan Carroll contributed vital goals. Mario Špoljarić (7.8) - The standout for Waleston Albion, he was instrumental with a goal and two assists, orchestrating much of the visitors’ attacking play. Alberto Paredes (7.6) - His brace and relentless pressing kept the Epstle Wanderers defense under constant pressure. Manuel Flores (7.2) - Provided crucial support with an assist and controlled the midfield effectively. Idris Mustapha (7.0) - His goal and overall work rate helped Waleston Albion maintain their attacking momentum.
This thrilling encounter highlighted Waleston Albion’s clinical edge and resilience, overturning a halftime deficit with a blend of tactical discipline and individual brilliance. Despite Epstle Wanderers’ possession dominance, they fell short in converting their chances, ultimately succumbing to Waleston’s ruthless finishing.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Mario Špoljarić*
The standout for Waleston Albion, he was instrumental with a goal and two assists, orchestrating much of the visitors’ attacking play.
Alberto Paredes*
His brace and relentless pressing kept the Epstle Wanderers defense under constant pressure.
Manuel Flores*
Provided crucial support with an assist and controlled the midfield effectively.
Idris Mustapha*
His goal and overall work rate helped Waleston Albion maintain their attacking momentum.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Mario Špoljarić to Antoine Fofana. The event log names a helper; it does not name a body part.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison