The report
Key Events:
- 9' Witham Villa Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 18' Reging Spe Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Pedro Chagas
- 20' Yellow card to Reging Spe Jorge Alvez
- 41' Yellow card to Reging Spe Michel Lemoine
- 70' Witham Villa Nilson Pires scores, assisted by Jorge Alvez
- 76' Reging Spe Pedro Chagas scores, assisted by Nilson Pires
- 85' Yellow card to Reging Spe Pedro Chagas
The game’s expected goals (xG) tell a story of tactical caution and clinical finishing. Reging Spe outperformed their xG of 2.88, scoring twice from a total of 12 shots, with 11 on target, indicating a high level of efficiency and perhaps a touch of luck. Conversely, Witham Villa’s xG of 1.74 suggests they created fewer clear-cut chances, yet they managed to convert three of their six shots on target, including three goals. The possession was slightly skewed in favor of the home side, but Reging Spe’s higher shot count and on-target shots reveal a team willing to take risks, which ultimately paid off in goals. The tactical battle was also evident in the number of fouls—Reging Spe committed ten, perhaps trying to disrupt the rhythm of their opponents, while Witham Villa kept fouling to a minimum.
Despite the high number of fouls and yellow cards, the game remained open and competitive. The key to the match was the performances of the top players, especially Nilson Pires, who scored twice for Witham Villa and earned a commendable 7.6 rating. His goals, both assisted by Jorge Alvez, kept the home side in the game and demonstrated his striking instinct. For Reging Spe, Nilson Pires also scored, and Pedro Chagas contributed a goal and an assist, earning a 7.3 rating. The game’s flow was punctuated by tactical fouls and moments of individual skill, with both teams showing resilience and attacking intent until the final whistle.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Witham Villa 57% - Reging Spe 43% Shots (On Target): Witham Villa 8 (6) - Reging Spe 12 (11) Corners: Witham Villa 1 - Reging Spe 0 Fouls: Witham Villa 4 - Reging Spe 10 Yellow Cards: Witham Villa 0 - Reging Spe 3 Red Cards: Witham Villa 0 - Reging Spe 0 Dribbles: Witham Villa 14 - Reging Spe 8 Pass Accuracy: Witham Villa 83% - Reging Spe 78% Tackles: Witham Villa 10 - Reging Spe 11
The match’s narrative was shaped by a combination of tactical discipline and individual moments of brilliance. Witham Villa will rue missed opportunities, especially given their dominance in possession and slightly better pass accuracy. Meanwhile, Reging Spe demonstrated resilience and efficiency, converting their chances at crucial moments. The game’s draw reflects the evenly matched nature of both sides, with tactical fouling and disciplined defending underpinning the contest. As both teams head into their next fixtures, the lessons learned here—about patience, precision, and the importance of clinical finishing—will be invaluable.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Nilson Pires*
A prolific scorer with two goals, his movement and finishing kept Witham Villa in contention.
Jorge Alvez*
Provided two assists, orchestrating attacks from midfield with calm precision.
Pedro Chagas*
Scored a goal and assisted another, demonstrating versatility and composure.
Michel Lemoine*
His disciplined defending and two yellow cards showed a commitment to disrupting the opposition’s rhythm.
Nilson Pires*
For Reging Spe, scored once and assisted once, a key figure in their attacking efforts.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Jorge Alvez to Nilson Pires. 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