Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
It's a warm sunny day here at Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa where União Desportiva de Leiria play Watford in this friendly game. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
União Desportiva de Leiria are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Watford appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
The pitch is in poor condition.
União Desportiva de Leiria are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Watford appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Watford kick off!
3.55
0-0Brendan Cooke controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Richard Gemmill. Richard Gemmill makes a probing pass between the defence to Sebastián Molina. Some awkward footwork from Sebastián Molina provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it is deflected wide by Frederico Ferreira.
5.07
0-0Neil McGrory takes the corner kick, swinging the ball in towards the near post. Gregorio Ortega reaches the ball and hoofs it clear.
8.44
0-0Rodrigo Rego darts forward. Rodrigo Rego knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Valentino Corsi.
12.08
0-0Brendan Cooke hits a low pass to Ottavio Ambrosetti. Ottavio Ambrosetti shoots from outside the area but it flies just wide!
14.17
Carlos Barros controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, David Jardim. David Jardim knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
20.53
0-0Rodrigo Rego makes a simple pass to David Jardim. David Jardim deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Eduardo Perez but the linesman indicates offside!
21.45
Cristiano Costa knocks the ball to his team mate, Carlos Barros. Carlos Barros makes a simple pass to Hákon Gunnlaugsson. Hákon Gunnlaugsson shoots from distance. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
27.40
0-0Eduardo Campos makes a probing pass to Rodrigo Rego. Rodrigo Rego takes it forward alone. Rodrigo Rego shoots from 25 yards. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent save!
30.36
Rodrigo Rego hits a low pass to Lautaro Figueroa. Lautaro Figueroa knocks in a cross ball towards Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez heads the ball goalwards but it slams into the crowd!
32.38
With some swift thinking, Gregorio Ortega plays the ball forward to Rodrigo Rego. Rodrigo Rego makes a simple pass to Lautaro Figueroa. Lautaro Figueroa lofts in a cross ball towards Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
33.03
Rodrigo Rego flicks a high ball forward to David Jardim who takes it down. David Jardim knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
36.52
Rodrigo Rego passes the ball forward to Lautaro Figueroa. Lautaro Figueroa whips in a cross ball towards Hákon Gunnlaugsson. Hákon Gunnlaugsson beats his man to it with a header. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Nice save!
39.15
1-0Rodrigo Rego sees David Jardim in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. David Jardim threads the ball through into the box. Hákon Gunnlaugsson shoots from just inside the box. Vladimir Zilic is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
42.36
Frederico Ferreira flicks a high ball forward to Carlos Barros who takes it down. Carlos Barros passes the ball forward to David Jardim. David Jardim finds some space and shoots from distance but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
44.32
Carlos Barros surges forward with the ball. Carlos Barros knocks in a cross ball towards Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward but Vladimir Zilic is on top of it.
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. União Desportiva de Leiria appear unchanged since the first half. Watford have changed their lineup with Rudy Macquet replacing Sebastián Molina. The Watford players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
União Desportiva de Leiria start the second half!
47.29
Cristiano Costa hits a low pass to Rodrigo Rego. Rodrigo Rego kicks a strong pass forward to Lautaro Figueroa. Lautaro Figueroa knocks in a cross ball towards Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it is shockingly off target!
51.38
Valentino Corsi makes a simple pass to Nikolas Ahrens. Nikolas Ahrens flicks a high ball forward to Richard Gemmill who takes it down. Richard Gemmill advances inside the box! Richard Gemmill makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. Solid save from Samuel Tchoutang. What a great pair of hands!
53.25
Valentino Corsi deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Nikolas Ahrens. Nikolas Ahrens plays the ball forward to Ottavio Ambrosetti. Ottavio Ambrosetti knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
54.21
Rodrigo Rego deftly passes the ball to his team mate, David Jardim. David Jardim shoots from 25 yards. It's miles wide!
57.31
Valentino Corsi makes a simple pass to Nikolas Ahrens. Nikolas Ahrens makes a beautiful solo run. Nikolas Ahrens lofts in a cross ball towards Rudy Macquet. Rudy Macquet is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Watford!
63.13
Tim Clapham flicks a high pass forward. Nikolas Ahrens holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Nikolas Ahrens threads a neat ball through to Rudy Macquet. Rudy Macquet shoots from long range. Wonderful reactions from Samuel Tchoutang keeps it out!
75.27
1-1Neil McGrory hacks Rodrigo Rego from behind! Neil McGrory is shown the yellow card! Rodrigo Rego stretches but gets up unharmed.
77.02
Cristiano Costa deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Rodrigo Rego. Rodrigo Rego controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Hákon Gunnlaugsson. Hákon Gunnlaugsson shoots from outside the area. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
79.49
Gregorio Ortega flicks a high pass forward to Rodrigo Rego who brings the ball under control. Rodrigo Rego flicks the ball to his team mate, Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but he balloons it over the crossbar!
81.30
Neil McGrory threads a neat ball through to Rudy Macquet. Rudy Macquet makes a simple pass, allowing Richard Gemmill to run into the box. Richard Gemmill comes in from the left and smashes a shot from 9 yards out but is denied by Samuel Tchoutang. Excellent save.
83.46
Jon Britton decides to run forward with the ball. Jon Britton flicks a high pass forward. Richard Gemmill holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Richard Gemmill controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Samuel Tchoutang gets down and covers it.
84.37
Neil McGrory threads the ball through to Richard Gemmill. Richard Gemmill passes the ball forward to Ottavio Ambrosetti. Ottavio Ambrosetti shoots from just inside the box. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is on top of it. Fabulous stop!
85.02
Carlos Barros threads a neat ball through to Lautaro Figueroa. Lautaro Figueroa knocks in a cross ball towards Eduardo Perez. Eduardo Perez makes a deft header. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
89.44
Nikolas Ahrens flicks a high pass forward. Richard Gemmill controls it well on his chest. Richard Gemmill controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but slams it into the crowd!
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Rodrigo Rego of União Desportiva de Leiria |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Samuel Tchoutang (GK)
8
2. Gregorio Ortega (ATT)
6
3. Frederico Ferreira (DEF)
6
4. Cristiano Costa (DEF)
7
5. Eduardo Campos (ATT)
7
6. Carlos Barros (MID)
8
7. Rodrigo Rego (MID)
9
8. Eduardo Perez (ATT)
6
9. Hákon Gunnlaugsson (ATT)
8
10. Lautaro Figueroa (ATT)
7
11. David Jardim (ATT)
7
12. Leonardo Hierro (DEF)
0
13. Yoshiro Nakata (MID)
0
14. Luis Oliveira (ATT)
0
1. Vladimir Zilic (GK)
8
2. Dianboto Esceth-Nzi (DEF)
6
3. Valentino Corsi (DEF)
6
4. Tim Clapham (DEF)
6
5. Jon Britton (DEF)
6
6. Nikolas Ahrens (MID)
8
7. Neil McGrory (MID)
7
8. Brendan Cooke (MID)
6
9. Sebastián Molina (ATT)
6
10. Ottavio Ambrosetti (ATT)
6
11. Richard Gemmill (ATT)
7
12. Mathias Liedholm (GK)
0
13. Antonio Suarez (MID)
0
14. Rudy Macquet (ATT)
8