Fazion 4 - 0 Lymes United

Key Events:

• 15' Fazion scores, assisted by Phillip Lewis
• 28' Yellow card to Fazion Terry Walker
• 63' Fazion Pedro Chagas scores
• 71' Fazion Soso Akhmedov scores, assisted by Terry Walker
• 72' Yellow card to Fazion Miguel Costa
• 74' Fazion Miguel Costa scores, assisted by Soso Akhmedov
• 76' Yellow card to Lymes United Khadim Diakhate

Fazion’s goal in the 15th minute, assisted by Phillip Lewis, set the tone early, and their relentless pursuit of goal was reflected in an expected goals (xG) of 5.23 against Lymes United’s 0.36. Despite a high number of corners, the visitors’ limited shot count and poor conversion rate betrayed their inability to threaten the home side. Fazion’s tactical approach, combined with disciplined defending and effective pressing, kept Lymes United at arm’s length. The visitors’ dribbling and passing accuracy were respectable, but their lack of cutting edge was glaring. The second half saw Fazion extend their lead through goals from Pedro Chagas, Soso Akhmedov, and Miguel Costa, each illustrating the home team’s attacking versatility.

The match’s narrative was also marked by discipline, with Fazion’s Terry Walker and Miguel Costa receiving yellow cards, while Lymes United’s Khadim Diakhate was also cautioned. The visitors’ defensive efforts were hampered by their inability to contain Fazion’s movement and passing, as reflected in their 21 saves and 16 dribbles conceded. Fazion’s balanced approach, with a possession split of 50%, allowed them to control tempo and exploit gaps. The final whistle confirmed a comprehensive victory, with Fazion demonstrating why they remain formidable in Division 7 League 16.

Match Statistics:

Possession: Fazion 50% - Lymes United 50% Shots (On Target): Fazion 22 (20) - Lymes United 2 (1) Corners: Fazion 3 - Lymes United 9 Fouls: Fazion 9 - Lymes United 13 Yellow Cards: Fazion 2 - Lymes United 1 Red Cards: Fazion 0 - Lymes United 0 Dribbles: Fazion 7 - Lymes United 16 Pass Accuracy: Fazion 83% - Lymes United 85% Tackles: Fazion 8 - Lymes United 4

The scoreline might suggest a straightforward victory, but Fazion’s ability to convert their chances and maintain defensive discipline was the true story of this encounter. Lymes United’s efforts were hampered by their inability to capitalize on corners or create clear-cut opportunities, leaving them to chase shadows for much of the game. The result reinforces Fazion’s status as a team capable of both control and clinical finishing, a combination that bodes well for their ambitions in Division 7 League 16.