Match Report
| Leyton Orient | Leyton Orient |  |  | Rochdale | Rochdale | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| Carl Johnson | C. Johnson |  | 43 | G |  | 1 | | G | 40 | | Sol Bolton | S. Bolton | |||||||||
| Dean Ward | D. Ward | | 55 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 54 | | Tim Thirlwell | T. Thirlwell | |||||||||
| Alan Anderton | A. Anderton | | 49 | D |  | | 3 | | D | 47 | | Edward Shearer | E. Shearer | ||||||||
| Colin Dryden | C. Dryden | | 44 | D | | 4 | | D | 44 | | Andy Drake | A. Drake | |||||||||
| Ugo Bloomer | U. Bloomer | | 42 | D | | 5 | | M | 43 | | Jamie Clarke | J. Clarke | |||||||||
| Julian Hulme | J. Hulme | | 50 | M | | 6 | | | M | 40 | | James Hughes | J. Hughes | ||||||||
| Isaiah Gordon | I. Gordon | | 42 | M | | 7 | | M | 38 |  | Neil Gemmell | N. Gemmell | |||||||||
| Jacob Weir | J. Weir | | 40 | M | | 8 | | M | 36 | | Bill Plowright | B. Plowright | |||||||||
| Jon Ripley | J. Ripley | | 50 | A | | 9 | | A | 56 | | Danny James | D. James | |||||||||
| David Power | D. Power | | 48 | A | | 10 | | A | 44 | | Frank Forbes | F. Forbes | |||||||||
| Eddie Dyer | E. Dyer | | 39 | A | | 11 | | A | 36 | | Graeme Grantt | G. Grantt | |||||||||
| Clive Haynes | C. Haynes | | 38 | G | | 12 | | D | 40 | | Alexander Sherwood | A. Sherwood | |||||||||
| Jean-No‘l Barret | J. Barret |  | 38 | A | | 13 | | G | 36 | | Damien Mason | D. Mason | |||||||||
| Gilles Thirlwell | G. Thirlwell | | 38 | M | | 14 | | G | 36 | | Arthur Riggott | A. Riggott | |||||||||
 today's match is sponsored by Red Cross |
Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Brisbane Road where Leyton Orient play host to Rochdale. A crowd of 2,868 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Leyton Orient are playing in a 4-3-2-1 formation while Rochdale appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Daniele Dodd.
The pitch is in good condition.
Leyton Orient are playing in a 4-3-2-1 formation while Rochdale appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Daniele Dodd.
0.00
0-0Rochdale kick off and get the match underway!
2.58
0-0Jamie Clarke plays the ball forward to Frank Forbes. Frank Forbes plays a quick one-two with Graeme Grantt and rushes in on goal... Frank Forbes cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it is tipped over by Carl Johnson.
4.01
0-0James Hughes takes the corner kick, swinging the ball in towards the near post. Graeme Grantt shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it's drastically wayward!
9.25
0-0Bill Plowright threads the ball through to Graeme Grantt. Graeme Grantt sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it flies well off target!
12.15
0-0Alan Anderton hacks Danny James from behind! Alan Anderton is given a warning by the referee! Danny James grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
15.03
Isaiah Gordon makes a simple pass to Eddie Dyer. Eddie Dyer edges inside the box! Eddie Dyer looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal but it is miles over!
21.39
Andy Drake flicks a high pass forward to James Hughes who brings the ball under control. James Hughes flicks a high pass forward to Graeme Grantt who brings the ball under control. Graeme Grantt controls the ball well and immediately threads the ball forward, putting Danny James through on goal. Danny James looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
22.11
0-0Jacob Weir comes in with a late challenge on Jamie Clarke. The referee calls over Jacob Weir and warns him to calm down! Jamie Clarke hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
26.35
28.10
Alan Anderton kicks a strong pass forward to Isaiah Gordon. Isaiah Gordon plays the ball forward to Jon Ripley. Jon Ripley lofts in a cross ball towards David Power. David Power whips the ball goalwards with his head but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
30.10
1-0Isaiah Gordon knocks the ball forward to Eddie Dyer. Eddie Dyer shoots from 20 yards. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
36.47
1-0Bill Plowright makes a simple pass to Frank Forbes. Frank Forbes knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Carl Johnson who gathers it comfortably.
38.12
Isaiah Gordon runs straight at the opposition's defence. Isaiah Gordon shoots from distance. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
39.49
Alan Anderton threads a neat ball through to Jacob Weir. Jacob Weir kicks a strong pass forward to Eddie Dyer. Eddie Dyer lofts in a cross ball towards David Power. David Power connects with a diving header. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
42.16
Isaiah Gordon flicks a high pass forward. Eddie Dyer collects the pass. Eddie Dyer whips in a cross ball towards David Power. David Power finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it is shockingly off target!
44.04
Jacob Weir passes the ball forward to Jon Ripley. Jon Ripley sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Sol Bolton is on top of it.
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Leyton Orient have changed their lineup with Jean-No‘l Barret replacing Isaiah Gordon. Rochdale appear unchanged since the first half. The Rochdale players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The second half starts with Leyton Orient kicking off!
55.15
Jean-No‘l Barret takes it forward alone. Jean-No‘l Barret advances inside the box! Jean-No‘l Barret cuts inside onto his preferred right foot and rushes a shot at goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
59.07
Jacob Weir controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, David Power. David Power tries a spectacular long range effort but it flies well off target!
60.57
2-0Leyton Orient have made a substitution with Gilles Thirlwell replacing Eddie Dyer .Rochdale have made a substitution with Arthur Riggott replacing Graeme Grantt .
65.08
Dean Ward takes a quick throw-in, lobbing the ball to the feet of Alan Anderton. Alan Anderton sees space and advances. Alan Anderton flicks a high ball forward to Gilles Thirlwell who takes it down. Gilles Thirlwell shoots from outside the area. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
67.26
2-0Colin Dryden catches Arthur Riggott in the face with his elbow. Colin Dryden is shown the red card!! Arthur Riggott is a little dazed but should be okay.
72.55
James Hughes controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Frank Forbes. Frank Forbes rushes past Gilles Thirlwell! Frank Forbes shoots from just inside the box but it is tipped over by Carl Johnson.
74.21
It's a corner kick which Jamie Clarke takes quickly, playing the ball short to Edward Shearer. Edward Shearer tries a spectacular strike. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Edward Shearer!
77.14
Leyton Orient have made a substitution with Clive Haynes replacing Ugo Bloomer .
81.45
James Hughes takes a long throw-in. Bill Plowright sees space and advances. Without breaking stride, Bill Plowright plays the ball forward to Danny James who has made a great run into the box. Some superb footwork from Danny James provides some space. He stabs the ball goalward but it's a woeful effort!
83.06
Julian Hulme barges into Neil Gemmell. The referee brings Julian Hulme to one side and gives him a warning! Neil Gemmell stretches but gets up unharmed.
84.40
James Hughes takes it forward alone. James Hughes lofts in a cross ball towards Arthur Riggott. With a superhuman jump, Arthur Riggott connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. It's miles wide!
87.04
Julian Hulme brings the ball forward. Julian Hulme whips in a cross ball towards David Power. David Power makes a looping header on goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
3
3
Shots off Target
9
5
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
4
0
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
1
0
Possession
53.2%
46.8%
Play Area
26%
45.5%
28.6%
Scorers
| Eddie Dyer 30 David Power 39 | Edward Shearer 74 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Eddie Dyer of Leyton Orient |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Carl Johnson (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Dean Ward (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Alan Anderton (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Eddie Dyer (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 5. | Ugo Bloomer (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Julian Hulme (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Isaiah Gordon (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Jacob Weir (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Jon Ripley (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | David Power (ATT) | | 7 |
| 11. | Gilles Thirlwell (MID) | 6 | |
| 12. | Clive Haynes (GK) | 6 | |
| 13. | Jean-No‘l Barret (ATT) | 6 | |
| 14. | Colin Dryden (DEF) |  | 3 |
| 1. | Sol Bolton (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Tim Thirlwell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Edward Shearer (DEF) | | 7 |
| 4. | Andy Drake (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Jamie Clarke (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | James Hughes (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Neil Gemmell (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Bill Plowright (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Danny James (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Frank Forbes (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Graeme Grantt (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Alexander Sherwood (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Damien Mason (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Arthur Riggott (GK) | 6 | |