The report
Key Events:
- 1' Yellow card to Leywood City Weijie Hong
- 2' Standon City Ousmane Sylla scores, assisted by Stuart Mitchell
- 15' Yellow card to Standon City Khadim Diakhate
- 24' Yellow card to Standon City Norbert Fischer
- 26' Standon City Luis Pinto scores
- 29' Standon City Luis Pinto scores, assisted by Norbert Fischer
- 32' Yellow card to Leywood City Xinping Boon
- 47' Yellow card to Leywood City Luca Colombo
- 88' Leywood City Luca Colombo scores, assisted by Luis Pinto
Expected Goals (xG) Analysis: Leywood City created more scoring opportunities with an xG of 3.57, reflecting their dominance in shots and on-target attempts. However, their finishing was lacking, as they scored only once against the expected tally. Conversely, Standon City's xG of 1.65 indicates a more clinical approach, converting fewer chances but making them count. This efficiency was crucial in securing the victory, especially considering their lower possession and shot count.
Leywood City: Luca Colombo (7.0) - Scored a late consolation, active in attack. Xinping Boon (6.7) - Booked early, tried to create chances. Weijie Hong (6.5) - Early yellow card, struggled to impose himself. Other players - No other standout performers rated above 7.0.
Yellow cards and saves highlight the physical and shot-stopping battles that defined the match.
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Luis Pinto*
A decisive presence upfront, scoring twice and showcasing clinical finishing.
Stuart Mitchell*
Provided the assist for the opening goal and was active throughout.
Norbert Fischer*
Contributed with a goal and solid midfield work.
Weijie Hong*
Booked early, struggled to influence the game positively.
Khadim Diakhate*
Booked in the first half, limited impact.
Ousmane Sylla*
Scored the opening goal, energetic in attack.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
A booking nearby, then Ousmane Sylla for Standon City. Tension, then arithmetic.
Gazzetta reconstruction from match events — not pitch tracking.
Key Moments
Team Comparison