Match Report
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Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Stade de lAube where Troyes Aube Champagne play host to FC Istres. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Troyes Aube Champagne are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Istres appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by James Fanni.
The pitch is in good condition.
Troyes Aube Champagne are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Istres appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by James Fanni.
0.00
FC Istres get the match underway!
2.01
Gabriele Di Salvatore comes in with a late challenge on Edouard Aubry. The referee calls over Gabriele Di Salvatore and warns him to calm down! Edouard Aubry hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
3.18
Edouard Aubry surges forward with the ball. Edouard Aubry plays a one-two with Mamar Pickeu and rushes in on goal... Some good footwork from Edouard Aubry provides some space. He shoots at goal. It's there!! Marcus Partin has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
6.47
Tomek Boniek catches Ga‘l Jaurès on the ankles. Tomek Boniek is given a warning by the referee! Ga‘l Jaurès stretches but gets up unharmed.
15.06
Tomek Boniek clumsily knocks into Mickael Gaillot. The referee calls over Tomek Boniek again and warns him to calm down! Mickael Gaillot gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
21.30
Maryn Malagouen chips the ball to his team mate, Edouard Aubry. Edouard Aubry plays the ball forward to Mamar Pickeu. Mamar Pickeu knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
27.56
With a delightful solo run, Luis Galindo stretches the opposition's defence. Without breaking stride, Luis Galindo plays the ball forward to Dennis Budan who has made a great run into the box. Dennis Budan looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
30.32
Thanassis Grammatopoulos chips the ball to his team mate, Sabri Warmuz. Sabri Warmuz flicks a high pass forward to Dennis Budan who brings the ball under control. Dennis Budan shoots from 25 yards which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
38.53
Craig Huckerby clumsily knocks into Hermann Hlödversson. The referee brings Craig Huckerby to one side and gives him a warning! Hermann Hlödversson carries on, but is struggling a bit.
40.33
Craig Huckerby threads a neat ball through to Ga‘l Jaurès. Ga‘l Jaurès makes a probing pass to Mamar Pickeu. Mamar Pickeu knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Marcus Partin who gathers it comfortably.
44.54
Maryn Malagouen catches Luis Galindo on the ankles. Maryn Malagouen is shown the yellow card! Luis Galindo stretches but gets up unharmed.
45.00
Mickael Gaillot takes it forward alone. Mickael Gaillot deftly passes the ball to Mamar Pickeu, releasing him through on goal. Mamar Pickeu rockets a shot on goal but it flies wide!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Troyes Aube Champagne appear unchanged since the first half. FC Istres also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The second half starts with Troyes Aube Champagne kicking off!
47.30
Tomek Boniek flicks a high pass forward to Dennis Budan who brings the ball under control. Dennis Budan runs straight at the defence! Dennis Budan strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
59.41
Luis Galindo flicks a high pass forward to Hermann Hlödversson who brings the ball under control. Hermann Hlödversson plays a one-two with Dennis Budan and advances towards the goal... Hermann Hlödversson takes a shot at goal. Magnificent save by Jason Meite!
60.14
FC Istres have made 3 substitutions with Pascal Kneissl replacing Eben Gargo, Reynald Cheyrou replacing Tomek Boniek and Nicky Power replacing Hermann Hlödversson .
61.14
Mickael Gaillot flicks the ball to his team mate, Yves Arnaud. Yves Arnaud sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The keeper is more than a match for it. Nice save!
66.09
Thanassis Grammatopoulos flicks the ball to his team mate, Sabri Warmuz. Sabri Warmuz flicks a high pass forward. Nicky Power holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Nicky Power rushes past Maryn Malagouen! Nicky Power shoots from just inside the box. Wonderful reactions from Jason Meite keeps it out!
73.12
Thanassis Grammatopoulos flicks a high pass forward to Gabriele Di Salvatore who brings the ball under control. Gabriele Di Salvatore flicks a high pass forward to Dennis Budan who brings the ball under control. Dennis Budan shoots from 25 yards but Jason Meite is on top of it.
77.25
Gabriele Di Salvatore plays the ball forward to Nicky Power. Nicky Power plays a one-two with Dennis Budan and rushes in on goal... Nicky Power takes a shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
84.11
Maryn Malagouen catches Nicky Power on the ankles. The referee calls over Maryn Malagouen and shows him his second yellow card! He's sending him off!! Nicky Power runs off the knock.
85.43
Adil Bezzai breaks forward. Adil Bezzai sees Dennis Budan in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Dennis Budan lofts in a cross ball towards Nicky Power. Nicky Power connects with a diving header but is denied by Jason Meite. Excellent save.
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
4
Shots on Target
2
8
Shots off Target
1
0
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
3
3
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
1
0
Possession
41%
59%
Play Area
32.1%
46.2%
21.8%
Scorers
Edouard Aubry 3 | Dennis Budan 28, 30, 47 Nicky Power 77 |
Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Dennis Budan of FC Istres |
Match Ratings
1. | Jason Meite (GK) | 6 | |
2. | Maryn Malagouen (DEF) | ![]() | 3 |
3. | Craig Huckerby (DEF) | 6 | |
4. | Robert Fowler (DEF) | 6 | |
5. | Dario Guastalvino (MID) | 6 | |
6. | Edouard Aubry (MID) | ![]() | 7 |
7. | Mickael Gaillot (MID) | 6 | |
8. | Ga‘l Jaurès (MID) | 6 | |
9. | Yves Arnaud (ATT) | 6 | |
10. | Mamar Pickeu (ATT) | 6 | |
11. | Yazid Marchal (ATT) | 6 | |
12. | Johnny Buzare (MID) | 0 | |
13. | Billy Kok (MID) | 0 | |
14. | Stan Owen (MID) | 0 |
1. | Marcus Partin (GK) | 6 | |
2. | Eben Gargo (DEF) | 6 | |
3. | Thanassis Grammatopoulos (DEF) | 6 | |
4. | Adil Bezzai (DEF) | 6 | |
5. | Matthew Addo (DEF) | 6 | |
6. | Sabri Warmuz (MID) | 6 | |
7. | Tomek Boniek (MID) | 6 | |
8. | Luis Galindo (MID) | 7 | |
9. | Gabriele Di Salvatore (MID) | 6 | |
10. | Hermann Hlödversson (ATT) | 6 | |
11. | Dennis Budan (ATT) | ![]() ![]() ![]() | 9 |
12. | Pascal Kneissl (DEF) | 6 | |
13. | Reynald Cheyrou (MID) | 6 | |
14. | Nicky Power (ATT) | ![]() | 7 |