Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Excelsior Stadium where Airdrieonians play host to Dunfermline Athletic. A crowd of 15,446 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Airdrieonians are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Dunfermline Athletic appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paul McNeill.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Airdrieonians are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Dunfermline Athletic appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paul McNeill.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Airdrieonians kicking off!
2.02
0-0Don Collins flicks a high pass forward to Said Graaven who brings the ball under control. Said Graaven makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Pedro Chandler. Pedro Chandler flicks the ball to his team mate, Anastasios Triadis. Anastasios Triadis looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball comes in low, but Mathew Sippola effortlessly smothers it!
6.05
0-0Marc Janes brings the ball forward. Marc Janes knocks the ball forward to Pedro Chandler. Pedro Chandler knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
8.46
0-0Marc Janes flicks a high pass forward to Aniello Petrachi who brings the ball under control. With imagination, Aniello Petrachi laces a weighted ball forward to Said Graaven. Said Graaven plays a quick one-two with Brian Vernazza and rushes in on goal... Andy Sullivan clumsily knocks into Said Graaven. Penalty not given!!
9.04
Emile Woodcock knocks the ball to his team mate, Pedro Chandler. Pedro Chandler knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
14.43
Marc Janes pushes up the pitch. Marc Janes takes it forward alone. Marc Janes knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Andy Sullivan.
15.22
Said Graaven deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Anastasios Triadis. Anastasios Triadis lofts in a cross ball towards Emile Woodcock. Emile Woodcock connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Superb reactions from Mathew Sippola. What a save!
18.22
Emile Woodcock decides to run forward with the ball. Emile Woodcock knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Mathew Sippola who gathers it comfortably.
20.46
Marc Janes runs forward with the ball. Marc Janes flicks a high pass forward to Bernard Olembé who brings the ball under control. Bernard Olembé lofts in a cross ball towards Pedro Chandler. Pedro Chandler directs the ball goalwards with his head. The keeper is more than a match for it. Superb keeping!
22.31
0-1Said Graaven flicks a high pass forward. Bernard Olembé holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Bernard Olembé knocks in a cross ball towards Anastasios Triadis. Anastasios Triadis rises majestically and gets a header on goal. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
26.22
Richard Strachan flicks a high pass forward. Yaroslav Sobolyev controls it well on his chest. Yaroslav Sobolyev knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
27.31
Marc Janes makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Said Graaven. Said Graaven sees Bernard Olembé in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Bernard Olembé whips in a cross ball towards Said Graaven. Said Graaven powers a header at goal. The ball is well placed but the keeper is more than a match for it. Superb keeping!
36.16
0-1Said Graaven comes in with a late challenge on David Lindner. The referee calls over Said Graaven and shows him a yellow card! David Lindner grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
39.18
0-1Aniello Petrachi threads a neat ball through to Anastasios Triadis. Anastasios Triadis shoots from 20 yards. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
42.11
Marc Janes threads a neat ball through to Aniello Petrachi. Aniello Petrachi makes a simple pass to Bernard Olembé. Bernard Olembé lofts in a cross ball towards Anastasios Triadis. Anastasios Triadis shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Anastasios Triadis!
45.00
Dominic Brady knocks the ball forward to Don Burley. Don Burley shoots from outside the area. The ball comes in low, but Kevin Davidson smothers it!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Airdrieonians appear unchanged since the first half. Dunfermline Athletic also appear unchanged since the first half. The Airdrieonians players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
The whistle blows and Dunfermline Athletic get the second half underway!
47.41
Niccolo Bolton breaks forward. Niccolo Bolton flicks a high pass forward to Don Burley who brings the ball under control. Don Burley sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Kevin Davidson reads it well. Nice keeping!
48.02
Without breaking stride, Brian Vernazza plays the ball forward to Emile Woodcock. Emile Woodcock whips in a cross ball towards Pedro Chandler. Pedro Chandler directs the ball goalwards with his head. Mathew Sippola gathers the ball up comfortably. Nice keeping!
53.20
Alex Niven flicks a high pass forward. Yaroslav Sobolyev collects the pass. Yaroslav Sobolyev shoots from outside the area. Wonderful reactions from Kevin Davidson keeps it out!
54.53
Niccolo Bolton flicks a high pass forward to David Lindner who brings the ball under control. David Lindner threads a neat ball through to Don Burley. Don Burley plays a one-two with Yaroslav Sobolyev and advances towards the goal... Don Burley cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
57.21
Emile Woodcock changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Emile Woodcock knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Mathew Sippola who gathers it comfortably.
60.58
1-2Airdrieonians have made a substitution with Stephen Hendry replacing Dominic Brady .Dunfermline Athletic have made a substitution with Igor Boksic replacing Emile Woodcock .
61.62
Andy Sullivan flicks a high pass forward. Don Burley controls it well on his chest. Don Burley advances inside the box! Don Burley cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but is denied by Kevin Davidson. Excellent save.
65.44
1-2Andy Sullivan clumsily knocks into Bernard Olembé. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Bernard Olembé runs off the knock.
67.50
1-2Marc Janes barges into Jeroen Knopper. Marc Janes is given a warning by the referee! Jeroen Knopper hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
67.50
1-2Free kick to Airdrieonians just outside the area...
69.53
Morten Nielsen takes a short run up and curls the ball around the wall. It's too high and doesn't trouble the keeper.
71.02
Alex Niven catches Brian Vernazza on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Brian Vernazza hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
72.39
Brian Vernazza knocks the ball forward to Said Graaven. Said Graaven knocks in a cross ball towards Bernard Olembé. Bernard Olembé powers a header at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
77.06
Dunfermline Athletic have made a substitution with Harvey Brown replacing Pedro Chandler .
79.57
Marc Janes flicks the ball to his team mate, Said Graaven. Said Graaven flicks a high pass forward. Igor Boksic controls it well on his chest. Igor Boksic knocks in a cross ball towards Harvey Brown. Harvey Brown beats his man to it with a header but Mathew Sippola is on top of it.
81.08
Aniello Petrachi threads the ball through to Bernard Olembé. Bernard Olembé knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
85.50
Richard Strachan makes a strong solo run forward. Richard Strachan kicks a strong pass forward to Yaroslav Sobolyev. Yaroslav Sobolyev shoots from distance. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Great save!
89.41
Richard Strachan flicks the ball to his team mate, Jeroen Knopper. Jeroen Knopper sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it flies well off target!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Don Burley 55 | Anastasios Triadis 22, 42 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Anastasios Triadis of Dunfermline Athletic |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Mathew Sippola (GK)
8
2. Andy Sullivan (DEF)
6
3. Niccolo Bolton (DEF)
6
4. Richard Strachan (DEF)
6
5. Alex Niven (MID)
5
6. David Lindner (MID)
6
7. Dominic Brady (MID)
6
8. Morten Nielsen (MID)
6
9. Don Burley (ATT)
8
10. Jeroen Knopper (ATT)
6
11. Yaroslav Sobolyev (ATT)
6
12. Stephan Emery (DEF)
0
13. Stephen Hendry (MID)
6
14. Marino Lobont (ATT)
0
1. Kevin Davidson (GK)
7
2. Claudio Rodriquez (DEF)
6
3. Aniello Petrachi (DEF)
6
4. Marc Janes (DEF)
8
5. Don Collins (DEF)
6
6. Emile Woodcock (MID)
7
7. Said Graaven (MID)
7
8. Brian Vernazza (MID)
6
9. Bernard Olembé (ATT)
7
10. Pedro Chandler (ATT)
6
11. Anastasios Triadis (ATT)
9
12. Matt Collins (ATT)
0
13. Igor Boksic (MID)
6
14. Harvey Brown (ATT)
6