The report
Key Events:
- 14' Soury Watte Rangers Julio Gonzalez scores, assisted by Carlos Martinho
- 22' Soury Watte Rangers Alioune Diallo scores, assisted by Carlos Vieira
- 29' Yellow card to Soury Watte Rangers Carlos Vieira
- 40' Yellow card to Soury Watte Rangers an unnamed player
- 44' Soury Watte Rangers Marcio Ferreira scores
- 63' Yellow card to Soury Watte Rangers Marcio Ferreira
- 70' Soury Watte Rangers Iliya Tsvetkov scores, assisted by Julio Gonzalez
- 83' Soury Watte Rangers Carlos Martinho scores
Key Events:
- 14' Julio Gonzalez scores, assisted by Carlos Martinho. 22' - Alioune Diallo scores, assisted by Carlos Vieira. 29' - Yellow card to Carlos Vieira. 40' - Yellow card to an unnamed Soury Watte Rangers player. 44' - Marcio Ferreira scores. 63' - Yellow card to Marcio Ferreira. 70' - Iliya Tsvetkov scores, assisted by Julio Gonzalez. 83' - Carlos Martinho scores
The expected goals (xG) figures tell a story of efficiency: the Rangers’ 3.34 xG far outstripped Penhop's an’s 1.01, highlighting their ability to convert chances at a higher rate than the visitors’ more conservative approach might suggest. Despite Penhop's an’ maintaining a higher possession percentage and more corners, their limited shot count and lower shot accuracy meant they struggled to threaten the goal. The Rangers capitalized on their few opportunities, especially with Gonzalez and Martinho leading the line, while Penhop’s an’ efforts remained largely speculative rather than concrete.
In tactical terms, the Rangers’ disciplined pressing and sharp finishing proved decisive. Their ability to convert chances — evidenced by the goal tally and xG figures — was the key difference. Penhop's an’ possession dominance did not translate into goal-scoring opportunities, and their defensive lapses were ruthlessly exploited. The game’s flow was punctuated by yellow cards, but no red cards, indicating a game played with some edge but not recklessness. The Rangers’ resilience and clinical edge ultimately secured the points, with their attacking duo shining brightest.
Nobody from Penhop's an’ reached the 7.0 mark, reflecting their struggles to impose themselves on the game or threaten the goal with consistency.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Soury Watte Rangers 43% - Penhop's an 57% Shots (On Target): Rangers 15 (12) - Penhop's an 4 (4) Corners: Rangers 4 - Penhop's an 11 Fouls: Rangers 12 - Penhop's an 9 Yellow Cards: Rangers 3 - Penhop's an 0 Red Cards: Rangers 0 - Penhop's an 0 Dribbles: Rangers 9 - Penhop's an 17 Pass Accuracy: Rangers 84% - Penhop's an 88% Tackles: Rangers 5 - Penhop's an 10
The statistics reinforce the narrative: Penhop's an’ possession and corner advantage did not translate into goal-scoring chances, while the Rangers’ sharper finishing and disciplined defending secured the result. The game was a reminder that in football, efficiency often trumps dominance, and the Rangers’ clinical approach was the defining factor in this encounter.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Julio Gonzalez*
A goal and an assist, Gonzalez was lively and influential throughout.
Carlos Martinho*
Also with a goal and an assist, Martinho’s work rate and finishing were vital.
Alioune Diallo*
Scored a well-taken goal, adding to the home side’s dominance.
Marcio Ferreira*
His goal and steady presence in midfield earned him a solid rating.
Iliya Tsvetkov*
The scorer of the final goal, Tsvetkov’s movement created space and opportunities.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Carlos Martinho to Julio Gonzalez. 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


