Match Report


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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Estadio Jose Gomes where C.F. Estrela da Amadora play host to Clube Desportivo das Aves. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
C.F. Estrela da Amadora are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while Clube Desportivo das Aves appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Francisco Faisca.


0.00
The whistle blows and C.F. Estrela da Amadora get the match underway!
3.07
Paulo Varela flicks the ball to his team mate, Rui Lima. Rui Lima shoots from outside the area but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
9.02
Melchior Marbus comes in with a late challenge on Edwin Koster. The referee brings Melchior Marbus to one side and gives him a warning! Edwin Koster hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
10.12
Showing composure, Melchior Marbus laces a weighted ball forward to Paulo Varela. Paulo Varela chips the ball to his team mate, Ahmed Koster. Ahmed Koster knocks in a cross ball towards Rui Lima. Rui Lima finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
12.05
Andy McCoist makes a beautiful solo run. Andy McCoist threads a neat ball through to Roberto Soares. Roberto Soares shoots from 20 yards. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
21.55
Patricio Cabrera flicks a high pass forward. Edwin Koster holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Edwin Koster makes a simple pass to Roberto Soares. Roberto Soares controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It's miles wide!
22.04
Paulo Varela knocks the ball forward to Adam Whelan. Adam Whelan shoots from long range but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
26.22
Neil Dickov threads a neat ball through to Mario Veloso. Mario Veloso shoots from 25 yards. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
28.44
Nabil Hill flicks a high pass forward. Elena Marcelino controls it well on his chest. Elena Marcelino flicks a high pass forward. Bruno Viana controls it well on his chest. Bruno Viana edges inside the box! Gaspar Monteiro hacks Bruno Viana from behind! Penalty not given!!
30.29
Melchior Marbus deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Paulo Varela. Paulo Varela sees Adam Whelan in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Adam Whelan controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
33.37
Edwin Koster changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Edwin Koster whips in a cross ball towards Rui Campos. Rui Campos shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. Rui Campos scores for C.F. Estrela da Amadora!!
38.58
Elena Marcelino flicks a high pass forward. Sven Lindner collects the pass. Sven Lindner skips past Gaspar Monteiro! Sven Lindner looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. It's miles wide!
40.44
Patricio Cabrera pushes mid-way up the pitch. Patricio Cabrera deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Rui Campos. Rui Campos lofts in a cross ball towards Bruno Viana. Bruno Viana makes a looping header on goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Theo Schreuder with no chance!! Goal for C.F. Estrela da Amadora!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!

Both teams emerge for the second half. C.F. Estrela da Amadora appear unchanged since the first half. Clube Desportivo das Aves also appear unchanged since the first half. The Clube Desportivo das Aves players look more motivated than they were before.

45.00
The whistle blows and Clube Desportivo das Aves kick off!
49.07
With imagination, Paulo Varela plays the ball forward to Rui Lima. Rui Lima knocks in a cross ball towards Adam Whelan. Adam Whelan beats his man to it with a header. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
53.25
Edwin Koster flicks the ball to his team mate, Roberto Soares. Roberto Soares whips in a cross ball towards Rui Campos. Rui Campos makes a deft header. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Excellent keeping!
54.58
Edwin Koster flicks a high pass forward. Roberto Soares controls it well on his chest. Roberto Soares knocks in a cross ball towards Sven Lindner. Sven Lindner is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
57.13
Gaspar Monteiro flicks a high pass forward. Neil Dickov controls it well on his chest. Neil Dickov passes the ball forward to Rui Lima. Rui Lima threads a neat, attacking ball through to Ahmed Koster. Ahmed Koster cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal. Fantastic reaction save from Jaime Lima!
60.31
With a delightful solo run, Elena Marcelino stretches the opposition's defence. Elena Marcelino lofts in a cross ball towards Rui Campos. Rui Campos gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
63.29
Edwin Koster comes in with a late challenge on Melchior Marbus. The referee calls over Edwin Koster and warns him to calm down! Melchior Marbus hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
69.05
Gaspar Monteiro plays the ball forward to Neil Dickov. Neil Dickov flicks a high pass forward to Rui Lima who brings the ball under control. Rui Lima knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Daniel Varela.
71.06
Edwin Koster kicks a strong pass forward to Bruno Viana. Bruno Viana knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
73.20
Paulo Varela controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Rui Lima. Rui Lima whips in a cross ball towards Mario Veloso. Mario Veloso whips the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Mario Veloso!
79.23
Paulo Varela kicks a strong pass forward to Adam Whelan. Adam Whelan finds some space and shoots from distance but is denied by Jaime Lima. Excellent save.
81.36
Paulo Varela knocks the ball to his team mate, Ahmed Koster. Ahmed Koster knocks in a cross ball towards Adam Whelan. Adam Whelan heads the ball goalwards but it flies well off target!
84.56
Edwin Koster threads a neat ball through to Bruno Viana. Bruno Viana shoots from distance. The ball comes in low, but Theo Schreuder comfortably smothers it!
85.32
Paulo Varela kicks a strong pass forward to Ahmed Koster. Ahmed Koster knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Patricio Cabrera.
87.31
Edwin Koster flicks a high ball forward to Roberto Soares who takes it down. Roberto Soares whips in a cross ball towards Bruno Viana. With a superhuman jump, Bruno Viana connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. Solid save from Theo Schreuder. What a great pair of hands!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time

Match Statistics
Goals
4
2
Shots on Target
7
4
Shots off Target
3
6
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
1
1
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
51.4%
48.6%
Play Area
25.7%
44.3%
30%


Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Rui Campos of C.F. Estrela da Amadora

Match Ratings
1.Jaime Lima (GK)
6
2.Nabil Hill (DEF)
6
3.Patricio Cabrera (DEF)
6
4.Andy McCoist (DEF)
6
5.Daniel Varela (DEF)
6
6.Elena Marcelino (MID)
7
7.Edwin Koster (MID)
8
8.Sven Lindner (ATT)goal scored
7
9.Bruno Viana (ATT)goal scored
8
10.Rui Campos (ATT)goal scoredgoal scored
9
11.Roberto Soares (ATT)
7
 
12.Eduardo Valente (DEF)
0
13.Nelson Hulshoff (GK)
0
14.Rodrigo Nascimento (DEF)
0

1.Theo Schreuder (GK)
6
2.Helder Oliveira (DEF)
6
3.Melchior Marbus (DEF)
6
4.Gaspar Monteiro (DEF)
6
5.Nuno Barbosa (DEF)
6
6.Neil Dickov (MID)
6
7.Paulo Varela (MID)
7
8.Mario Veloso (ATT)goal scored
7
9.Ahmed Koster (ATT)
6
10.Adam Whelan (ATT)goal scored
7
11.Rui Lima (ATT)
7
 
12.Paul Izzet (MID)
0
13.Gavin Robson (MID)
0
14.Miguel Castro (GK)
0