Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor where SV Darmstadt 98 play Hannover 96 in this league cup game. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
SV Darmstadt 98 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Hannover 96 appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Simon Wallner.
The pitch is in poor condition.
SV Darmstadt 98 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Hannover 96 appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Simon Wallner.
0.00
0-0Hannover 96 kick off the first half!
3.42
0-0Oliver Witte flicks the ball to his team mate, Uwe Streich. Uwe Streich deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Oliver Metzler. Oliver Metzler tries a spectacular long range effort but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
8.29
0-0Cameron Perez knocks the ball forward to Gerhard Walter. Gerhard Walter knocks in a cross ball towards Francisco Ortiz. Andres Castillo catches Francisco Ortiz on the ankles. Francisco Ortiz appeals for a penalty! The referee hasn't seen anything wrong!!
9.35
0-0Sebastian Lindemann flicks a high pass forward. Uwe Streich holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Uwe Streich makes a pass forward but Steed Massa is yards offside!
10.28
0-0Steffen Röhlig makes a probing pass to Oliver Metzler. Oliver Metzler finds some space and shoots from distance but is denied by Philipp Raff. Excellent save.
12.50
1-0Ernesto Jimenez flicks the ball to his team mate, Francisco Ortiz. Francisco Ortiz whips in a cross ball towards Gerhard Walter. Gerhard Walter knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
15.10
Cristián Sáez makes a probing pass to Francisco Ortiz. Francisco Ortiz knocks in a cross ball towards Armindo Odet. Armindo Odet connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
18.03
Ernesto Jimenez threads a neat ball through to Armindo Odet. Armindo Odet runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Armindo Odet whips in a cross ball towards Neil Best. Neil Best finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Hannes Arnold is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
26.08
Jose Santos deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Carlos Martin. Carlos Martin hits a low pass to Francisco Ortiz. Francisco Ortiz deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Neil Best but the linesman indicates offside!
30.10
3-0Armindo Odet passes the ball forward to Francisco Ortiz. Francisco Ortiz knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Olivier Nalis.
33.04
Oliver Witte sees space and advances. Oliver Witte chips the ball to his team mate, Uwe Streich. Uwe Streich shoots from long range which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
36.06
Francisco Ortiz chips the ball to his team mate, Gerhard Walter. Gerhard Walter knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Hannes Arnold who gathers it comfortably.
38.49
Uwe Streich hits a low pass to Steed Massa. Steed Massa finds some space and shoots from distance. Philipp Raff gathers the ball up comfortably. Top class keeping!
39.27
Cameron Perez sweeps the ball long. Francisco Ortiz plays a scrappy one-two with Jose Santos and advances towards the goal... Francisco Ortiz cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it rises well off target!
44.46
Pape Mansouri sees Oliver Metzler in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Oliver Metzler finds some space and shoots from distance but it's well over the bar!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. SV Darmstadt 98 appear unchanged since the first half. Hannover 96 also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The second half starts with SV Darmstadt 98 kicking off!
48.19
Cameron Perez makes a beautiful solo run. Cameron Perez threads the ball through to Jose Santos. Jose Santos sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it is shockingly off target!
49.33
3-1Oliver Witte barges into Francisco Ortiz. The referee calls over Oliver Witte and warns him to calm down! Francisco Ortiz stretches but gets up unharmed.
54.42
Andres Castillo flicks the ball to his team mate, Pape Mansouri. Pape Mansouri deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Uwe Streich. Uwe Streich knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Armindo Odet.
55.35
Ernesto Jimenez darts forward. Ernesto Jimenez threads the ball through to Neil Best. Neil Best advances inside the box! Some good footwork from Neil Best provides some space. He shoots at goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
57.48
Aniello Taibi plays the ball forward to Neil Best. Neil Best finds some space and shoots from distance but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
59.47
Gerhard Walter runs straight at the opposition's defence. Gerhard Walter cuts inside the box! Gerhard Walter muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
61.47
4-1SV Darmstadt 98 have made a substitution with Joe Todd replacing Cristián Sáez .
63.05
Pape Mansouri takes it forward alone. Pape Mansouri knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Philipp Raff who gathers it comfortably.
69.02
4-1Armindo Odet comes in with a late challenge on Pape Mansouri. Armindo Odet is shown the yellow card! Pape Mansouri hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
71.04
Pape Mansouri threads the ball through to Sebastian Lindemann. Sebastian Lindemann makes a great pass forward. Pape Mansouri sprints clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside! That was very close!
72.25
Oliver Witte threads a neat ball through to Uwe Streich. Uwe Streich controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Steffen Röhlig. Steffen Röhlig makes a defence splitting pass to Oliver Metzler. Oliver Metzler makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
77.11
SV Darmstadt 98 have made a substitution with Matthew Edusei replacing Armindo Odet and appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-4-2 formation.
78.18
Oliver Metzler comes in with a late challenge on Joe Todd. The referee brings Oliver Metzler to one side and gives him a warning! Joe Todd runs off the knock.
81.40
Pape Mansouri chips the ball to his team mate, Oliver Metzler. Oliver Metzler whips in a cross ball towards Steffen Röhlig. Steffen Röhlig rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Magnificent save by Philipp Raff!
83.43
Ernesto Jimenez passes the ball forward to Matthew Edusei. Matthew Edusei surges forward with the ball. Matthew Edusei knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
85.26
Steed Massa flicks a high pass forward. Pape Mansouri collects the pass. Pape Mansouri shoots from distance. The ball comes in low, but Philipp Raff smothers it!
87.58
Sebastian Lindemann controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Uwe Streich. Uwe Streich shoots from long range. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
89.21
Uwe Streich brings the ball forward. Uwe Streich plays the ball forward to Steed Massa. Steed Massa knocks in a cross ball towards Steffen Röhlig. Steffen Röhlig is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Gerhard Walter 12, 59 Armindo Odet 15 Neil Best 18 | Uwe Streich 33 Steffen Röhlig 89 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Gerhard Walter of SV Darmstadt 98 |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Philipp Raff (GK)
7
2. Cameron Perez (DEF)
7
3. Cristián Sáez (DEF)
6
4. Ernesto Jimenez (DEF)
6
5. Carlos Martin (MID)
6
6. Armindo Odet (MID)
8
7. Aniello Taibi (MID)
6
8. Jose Santos (MID)
6
9. Francisco Ortiz (ATT)
7
10. Gerhard Walter (ATT)
9
11. Neil Best (ATT)
7
12. Joe Todd (MID)
6
13. Matthew Edusei (DEF)
6
14. Scott Powell (ATT)
0
1. Hannes Arnold (GK)
6
2. Olivier Nalis (DEF)
6
3. Andres Castillo (DEF)
6
4. Oliver Witte (DEF)
7
5. Alexander Köller (DEF)
6
6. Uwe Streich (MID)
8
7. Sebastian Lindemann (MID)
6
8. Pape Mansouri (MID)
7
9. Oliver Metzler (ATT)
6
10. Steed Massa (ATT)
6
11. Steffen Röhlig (ATT)
7
12. Romero P. Calvo (MID)
0
13. Diogo Marques (MID)
0
14. Uwe Beckenbauer (ATT)
0