Fazeley Town 0 - 1 Soudled

Key Events:

• 1' Yellow card to Soudled Lindomar Da Silva
• 51' Yellow card to Fazeley Town Jorge Alvez
• 62' Yellow card to Fazeley Town Pedro Chagas
• 77' Yellow card to Fazeley Town Zdravko Ivanišević
• 90' Soudled Khadim Diakhate scores, assisted by Israel Morales

The game was a study in contrasts: Fazeley Town enjoyed slightly less possession but managed to generate a higher expected goals tally (2.71 to 2.37), indicating they had more quality chances on paper. Soudled, with a marginally better pass accuracy (85% to 81%) and more dribbles (7 to 6), kept the game fluid and dangerous, even if their shot count was slightly lower. The defensive efforts from both sides, reflected in the equal tackles (6 each) and high number of saves (15 for Fazeley, 14 for Soudled), kept the scoreline tense. The match’s key narrative was the efficiency of Soudled’s attack, which, despite fewer shots on target, managed to convert their most important opportunity in the 90th minute, thanks to Morales’ assist and Diakhate’s composed finish.

Fazeley Town’s efforts were hampered by disciplinary issues, with four players receiving yellow cards, including Jorge Alvez in the 51st minute, which disrupted their rhythm. Soudled’s disciplined approach, with only one yellow card, allowed them to maintain composure and seize the moment when it mattered most. The game’s statistics reflect a contest that was closely fought, with neither side dominating possession or territory, but Soudled’s ability to convert their chance in the dying moments proved decisive. As the final whistle blew, the visitors celebrated a hard-fought victory that keeps their league ambitions alive, while Fazeley Town will need to reflect on their missed opportunities and discipline issues.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Fazeley Town 45% - Soudled 55% Shots (On Target): Fazeley Town 12 (10) - Soudled 10 (9) Corners: Fazeley Town 4 - Soudled 1 Fouls: Fazeley Town 9 - Soudled 11 Yellow Cards: Fazeley Town 3 - Soudled 1 Red Cards: 0 - 0 Dribbles: Fazeley Town 6 - Soudled 7 Pass Accuracy: Fazeley Town 81% - Soudled 85% Tackles: Fazeley Town 6 - Soudled 6

The match’s narrative was ultimately defined by the narrow margin and the late heroics of Soudled, who managed to turn their slightly superior possession and shot quality into a vital victory. Both teams will take lessons from the disciplined and tactical battle that unfolded at Elshbor Park, with Soudled’s resilience in the final moments making all the difference.