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Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Goodison Park where Everton play host to Swindon Town. A crowd of 4,335 fill this 5,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Everton are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Swindon Town appear to be shaped for 4-3-2-1.
Today's match is refereed by Daniel Beagrie.


0.00
The first half starts with Everton kicking off!
9.41
James Lofthouse knocks the ball to his team mate, Gavin Johnstone. Gavin Johnstone finds some space and shoots from distance but is denied by Alexander Wise. Excellent save.
10.36
Peter Wright plays the ball forward to Alexander Mercer. Alexander Mercer runs straight at the defence! Alexander Mercer rockets a shot on goal but somehow Marc Milburn manages to keep it out.
14.47
Marc Woodcock barges into Anthony Barmby. The referee brings Marc Woodcock to one side and gives him a warning! Anthony Barmby hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.38
Les Heskey makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Niccolo Marsden. Niccolo Marsden knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Johnstone. Gavin Johnstone connects with a diving header. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Gavin Johnstone!
24.04
Peter Wright threads a neat ball through to Aniello Borriello. Aniello Borriello threads the ball through to Les Newby. Les Newby puts a great ball through. Anthony Barmby runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
27.58
With great vision, Les Heskey plays the ball forward to Niccolo Marsden. Niccolo Marsden shoots from distance but slams it into the crowd!
32.04
Peter Wright flicks a high pass forward. Duncan Croft controls it well on his chest. Duncan Croft lofts in a cross ball towards Alexander Mercer. Alexander Mercer flicks the ball with his head but he balloons it over the crossbar!
33.54
Wilson Deschamps threads the ball through to James Lofthouse. James Lofthouse knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Alfred Mcleod.
45.00
Peter Wright makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Syd Armstrong. Syd Armstrong runs straight at the opposition's defence. Syd Armstrong plays a one-two with Aniello Borriello and advances towards the goal... Syd Armstrong side-steps and rifles a shot at goal but slams it into the crowd!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!

Both teams emerge for the second half. Everton appear unchanged since the first half. Swindon Town also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
Swindon Town kick off and get the second half underway!
55.46
Gavin Johnstone comes in with a late challenge on Mick Tolley. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Mick Tolley stretches but gets up unharmed.
59.43
James Lofthouse flicks a high pass forward to Niccolo Marsden who brings the ball under control. Niccolo Marsden plays a one-two with Gavin Johnstone and rushes in on goal... Niccolo Marsden cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
60.55
Everton have made 3 substitutions with Robert Ward replacing Alfred Mcleod, Kieron Stockdale replacing Syd Armstrong and Ronnie Konchesky replacing Duncan Croft .
61.61
Wes Fortune makes a probing pass to Wilson Deschamps. Wilson Deschamps makes a beautiful pass to the feet of James Lofthouse. James Lofthouse knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
66.11
Showing composure, Anthony Barmby laces a through ball forward to Kieron Stockdale. Kieron Stockdale deftly passes the ball to Ronnie Konchesky, releasing him through on goal. Some good footwork from Ronnie Konchesky provides some space. He shoots at goal. The ball hits the post, bouncing back into play. Everton are unable to capitalise and the keeper manages to gather up the loose ball.
71.19
Stephen Gerrard threads a neat ball through to James Lofthouse. James Lofthouse makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Wilson Deschamps. Wilson Deschamps lofts in a cross ball towards Niccolo Marsden. Niccolo Marsden jumps high and flicks the ball with his head but it's a woeful effort!
72.54
Peter Wright takes a quick throw-in, which Robert Ward takes on the chest. Robert Ward flicks a high pass forward to Anthony Barmby who brings the ball under control. Anthony Barmby controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Kieron Stockdale. Kieron Stockdale lofts in a cross ball towards Alexander Mercer. Alexander Mercer finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
75.08
James Lofthouse barges into Norman Ball. The referee calls over James Lofthouse and shows him a yellow card! Norman Ball stretches but gets up unharmed.
77.07
Les Heskey makes a simple pass to Gavin Johnstone. Gavin Johnstone knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Peter Wright.
78.31
Niccolo Marsden comes in with a late challenge on Peter Wright. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Peter Wright carries on, but is struggling a bit.
79.20
Les Heskey knocks the ball to his team mate, Mike Thatcher. Mike Thatcher runs straight at the defence! Mike Thatcher looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal but is denied by Mick Tolley. Excellent block.
83.22
Gavin Johnstone controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Niccolo Marsden. Niccolo Marsden shoots from distance but it's a woeful effort!
89.29
Anthony Barmby flicks a high pass forward. Ronnie Konchesky controls it well on his chest. Ronnie Konchesky knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
90.00
Robert Ward threads a neat ball through to Alexander Mercer. Alexander Mercer knocks in a cross ball towards Les Newby. Les Newby outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. Les Newby scores for Everton!!
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!

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

Possession
54.3%
45.7%
Play Area
32.9%
42.9%
24.3%


Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Alexander Mercer of Everton

Match Ratings
1.Alexander Wise (GK)
6
2.Mick Tolley (DEF)
7
3.Peter Wright (DEF)
7
4.Alfred Mcleod (DEF)
6
5.Aniello Borriello (MID)
6
6.Syd Armstrong (MID)
6
7.Anthony Barmby (MID)
7
8.Norman Ball (MID)
6
9.Alexander Mercer (ATT)goal scored
9
10.Duncan Croft (ATT)
6
11.Les Newby (ATT)goal scored
8
 
12.Robert Ward (DEF)
6
13.Kieron Stockdale (DEF)
7
14.Ronnie Konchesky (DEF)
6

1.Marc Milburn (GK)
6
2.Stephen Gerrard (DEF)
6
3.Wes Fortune (DEF)
6
4.Marc Woodcock (DEF)
6
5.Jody Ball (DEF)
6
6.James Lofthouse (MID)yellow card
6
7.Wilson Deschamps (MID)
7
8.Les Heskey (MID)
7
9.Niccolo Marsden (ATT)yellow card
6
10.Gavin Johnstone (ATT)goal scoredyellow card
7
11.Mike Thatcher (ATT)
6
 
12.Brian Royce (GK)
0
13.Harvey Shilton (ATT)
0
14.Paul Priestley (GK)
0