Chent United 1 - 3 Sedland

Key Events:

• 21' Yellow card to Chent United Vladimir štimac
• 32' Yellow card to Sedland Nilson Pires
• 42' Sedland Michel Lemoine scores
• 44' Yellow card to Sedland Seungwoo Jeong
• 52' Sedland Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
• 64' Yellow card to Chent United Drissa Doumbia
• 74' Sedland Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Philippe Robert
• 88' Chent United Angelo Dal scores, assisted by Vladimir štimac

The match was characterized by a tactical battle, with Sedland maintaining a slight edge in possession (54%) and creating more goal-scoring opportunities, reflected in their xG of 2.19 compared to Chent United’s 2.67. Despite the marginally higher xG for the hosts, Sedland’s clinical finishing, especially from Nilson Pires, who scored twice, was the key difference. Chent United’s goalkeeper made 8 saves, indicating a resilient defensive effort, but the visitors’ attacking efficiency and disciplined pressing ultimately broke through. The game’s tactical ebb and flow were evident in the similar number of dribbles (9 each) and the close numbers in fouls committed, yet Sedland’s slightly higher pass accuracy (85%) helped maintain their control.

Sedland’s approach, combining possession with quick, decisive counter-attacks, paid dividends, especially with Nilson Pires’s clinical finishing. The hosts pressed high but struggled to convert their chances into goals, despite an xG of 2.67. The late goal from Angelo Dal was a consolation, but Sedland’s overall tactical discipline and effective use of space sealed their victory. Both teams received two yellow cards, reflecting the competitive nature of the fixture, but neither side saw a red card, allowing the game to flow freely.

No players from either side reached the 7.0 threshold for standout ratings, but several performed reliably in their roles, especially Pires, whose brace was decisive.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Chent United 46% - Sedland 54% Shots: Chent United 13 (9 on target) - Sedland 11 (7 on target) Corners: Chent United 4 - Sedland 2 Fouls: Chent United 12 - Sedland 9 Yellow cards: Chent United 2 - Sedland 2 Dribbles: Chent United 9 - Sedland 9

Sedland’s slightly higher possession and shot accuracy, combined with their effective finishing, ultimately secured their 3-1 victory. The game was a tactical chess match, with both sides demonstrating resilience and attacking intent, but Sedland’s clinical edge made the difference in this tightly contested fixture.