Match Report
 today's match is sponsored by Royal |
Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa where União Desportiva de Leiria play host to Farense. A crowd of 9,633 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
União Desportiva de Leiria are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Farense appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Jose Da Costa.
The pitch is in good condition.
União Desportiva de Leiria are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Farense appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Jose Da Costa.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Farense kick off!
4.38
0-0Hugo Ferreira knocks the ball forward to Jose Soares. Jose Soares surges forward with the ball. Jose Soares sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
6.51
0-0Jose Soares makes a simple pass to Rodrigo Campos. Rodrigo Campos puts a great ball through. Ricardo Antunes runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
8.33
Edgar Lima knocks the ball forward to John Strachan. John Strachan 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.
15.04
0-0Jose Soares sees Ricardo Antunes in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Ricardo Antunes shoots from distance but somehow David Veloso manages to keep it out.
21.21
Edgar Lima passes the ball forward to Pedro Ribeiro. Pedro Ribeiro sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is a match for it. Nice keeping!
22.59
0-0Without breaking stride, Julian Pichichi plays the ball forward to Rodrigo Campos. Rodrigo Campos knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
24.53
1-0Jose Izquierdo makes a simple pass to Julian Pichichi. Julian Pichichi flicks a high pass forward. Ricardo Antunes collects the pass. Ricardo Antunes knocks in a cross ball towards Joao Costa. Joao Costa knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
27.38
Edgar Lima makes a simple pass to Mehdi Mendy. Mehdi Mendy plays a one-two with Daniel Sousa and advances towards the goal... Mehdi Mendy makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball comes in low, but Jan-Willem Rijkaard comfortably smothers it!
28.29
Hugo Ferreira breaks forward. Hugo Ferreira plays the ball forward to Joao Costa. Joao Costa knocks the ball forward, putting Rodrigo Campos through on goal. Rodrigo Campos takes a shot at goal but it's well over the bar!
30.33
Edgar Lima threads a neat ball through to Mehdi Mendy. Mehdi Mendy knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Hugo Ferreira.
32.21
Cristiano Martins threads the ball through to Edgar Lima. Edgar Lima threads a neat ball through to Daniel Sousa. Daniel Sousa shoots from 25 yards but it's well over the bar!
33.58
Cristiano Martins flicks a high pass forward. Diogo Faria controls it well on his chest. Diogo Faria knocks the ball to his team mate, John Strachan. John Strachan shoots from 20 yards but it flies just wide!
36.09
With great vision, Jose Izquierdo plays the ball forward to Ruben Gomes. Ruben Gomes brings the ball forward. Ruben Gomes whips in a cross ball towards Rodrigo Campos. Rodrigo Campos finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but somehow David Veloso manages to keep it out.
38.07
Cesar Fernandes sees space and advances. Cesar Fernandes shoots from 20 yards his aim is horrendously poor!
40.44
Edgar Lima plays the ball forward to Mehdi Mendy. Mehdi Mendy advances inside the box! Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Mehdi Mendy provides some space. He shoots at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
45.00
Jose Izquierdo controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Julian Pichichi. Julian Pichichi controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Rodrigo Campos. Rodrigo Campos shoots from outside the area. The keeper is more than a match for it. Superb keeping!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. União Desportiva de Leiria appear unchanged since the first half. Farense also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
União Desportiva de Leiria start the second half!
47.35
Ruben Gomes sees Rodrigo Campos in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Rodrigo Campos shoots from 20 yards but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
48.37
Julian Pichichi decides to run forward with the ball. Julian Pichichi 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.
49.42
Cristiano Martins kicks a strong pass forward to Edgar Lima. Edgar Lima threads a neat ball through to John Strachan. John Strachan advances inside the box! Some good footwork from John Strachan provides some space. He shoots at goal but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
51.43
Edgar Lima kicks a strong pass forward to Pedro Ribeiro. Pedro Ribeiro shoots from long range but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
55.05
Edgar Martins makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Ruben Gomes. Ruben Gomes flicks a high pass forward. Ricardo Antunes collects the pass. Ricardo Antunes shoots from 20 yards. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
59.01
Cesar Fernandes makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Joao Costa. Joao Costa sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but David Veloso is on top of it.
71.27
2-1Cesar Fernandes hacks Edgar Lima from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Edgar Lima stretches but gets up unharmed.
75.53
Cesar Fernandes runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Cesar Fernandes tries a spectacular long range effort but it goes wide for a goal kick.
79.16
2-1Cristiano Martins barges into Rodrigo Campos. Cristiano Martins is given a warning by the referee! Rodrigo Campos hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
84.24
Cristiano Martins barges into Ricardo Antunes. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Ricardo Antunes hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
87.44
Jose Soares flicks the ball to his team mate, Ricardo Antunes. Ricardo Antunes shoots from 25 yards but is denied by David Veloso. Excellent save.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
7
3
Shots off Target
6
5
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
1
2
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
64.4%
35.6%
Play Area
21.8%
46%
32.2%
Scorers
| Joao Costa 25 Ricardo Antunes 55 | Mehdi Mendy 40 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Ricardo Antunes of União Desportiva de Leiria |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Jan-Willem Rijkaard (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Hugo Ferreira (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Jose Izquierdo (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Edgar Martins (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Ruben Gomes (MID) | 8 | |
| 6. | Julian Pichichi (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Jose Soares (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Cesar Fernandes (MID) |  | 6 |
| 9. | Ricardo Antunes (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 10. | Joao Costa (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Rodrigo Campos (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Diogo Campos (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Antonio Ferreira (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Rafael Gomes (MID) | 0 | |
| 1. | David Veloso (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Gaspar Jardim (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Silvio Jardim (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Cristiano Martins (DEF) | | 5 |
| 5. | Jan Schramm (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Diogo Faria (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Edgar Lima (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | John Strachan (ATT) | 6 | |
| 9. | Daniel Sousa (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Mehdi Mendy (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Pedro Ribeiro (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Ruben Oliveira (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Alexandre Nunes (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Mario Ramos (GK) | 0 | |