The report
Key Events:
- 2' Harlinsde Wednesday Marcial Garcia scores, assisted by Marcel Bergsma
- 4' Yellow card to Harlinsde Wednesday Carlos Quiel
- 20' Yellow card to Harlinsde Wednesday Jorge Luna
- 20' Red card to Skippington Luca Colombo
- 34' Harlinsde Wednesday Vlado Nedić scores, assisted by Hans Johansen
- 42' Harlinsde Wednesday Hans Johansen scores, assisted by Vlado Nedić
- 45' Harlinsde Wednesday Carlos Quiel scores
- 61' Harlinsde Wednesday Hans Johansen scores, assisted by Vlado Nedić
- 66' Harlinsde Wednesday Alberto Gomez scores, assisted by Hans Johansen
- 69' Yellow card to Harlinsde Wednesday Domenico Palumbo
- 71' Harlinsde Wednesday Manfred Grimm scores, assisted by Vlado Nedić
- 74' Yellow card to Skippington Xinping Boon
- 82' Yellow card to Harlinsde Wednesday Manfred Grimm
The game’s narrative was largely written early, with Marcial Garcia opening the scoring in the second minute after a precise assist from Marcel Bergsma. The visitors’ momentum was reinforced shortly after when Carlos Quiel received a yellow card, but that did little to stem their tide. The turning point came in the 20th minute when Luca Colombo was dismissed for Skippington, leaving them to chase shadows for the remainder of the match. From that point, Vlado Nedić and Hans Johansen took turns adding to the tally, with Johansen netting twice and providing two assists. The visitors’ attacking trio, especially Johansen and Nedić, orchestrated much of the chaos, with the latter contributing a goal and three assists. The game was punctuated by disciplinary issues, with four yellow cards and a red, reflecting the tension and frustration on the pitch.
Tactically, Harlinsde Wednesday exploited their numerical advantage with swift, incisive passing and relentless pressing. Their xG of 3.85 vastly outperformed the actual score, indicating a degree of clinical finishing that turned chances into goals. The hosts’ defensive organization was non-existent, and their goalkeeper was left exposed, having to make nine saves despite the scoreline. The visitors’ high pass accuracy and dribbling numbers suggest a well-drilled side that was comfortable in possession and quick to transition. The game’s overperformance in goals relative to xG underscores their finishing prowess, while the hosts’ inability to threaten on goal highlights their defensive shortcomings.
As the match drew to a close, the scoreline was a stark reminder of the gulf in quality and discipline. Harlinsde Wednesday demonstrated their attacking potency and tactical discipline, while Skippington will need to reflect on their defensive lapses and inability to capitalize on limited opportunities. With a commanding victory, the visitors cemented their dominance in Division 6 League 6, leaving the hosts with plenty to ponder ahead of their next fixture.
No Skippington players reached the 7.0+ rating threshold, reflecting their struggles across the pitch.
Match Statistics:
Possession: Skippington 48% - Harlinsde Wednesday 52% Shots (On Target): 0-14 Corners: 5-5 Fouls: 10-8 Yellow Cards: 1-4 Red Cards: 1-0 Dribbles: 9-12 Pass Accuracy: 82%-79%
The ratings desk
Standout performances
Hans Johansen*
A commanding presence, scoring twice and providing two assists, his influence was undeniable.
Vlado Nedić*
Contributed a goal and three assists, orchestrating much of the visitors’ attack.
Manfred Grimm*
Added a late goal and kept the pressure on, showing composure in front of goal.
Marcel Bergsma*
Assisted the opening goal and was active throughout.
Alberto Gomez*
Scored a well-placed finish, adding to the visitors’ tally.
Match Centre
Shot Breakdown
Marcel Bergsma to Marcial Garcia. 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