Match Report
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Norberto Tomaghello where Defensa y Justicia play host to Ferro Carril Oeste. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Defensa y Justicia are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Ferro Carril Oeste appear to be shaped for 4-2-3-1.
Today's match is refereed by Jose Antonio Ponce.
The pitch is in good condition.
Defensa y Justicia are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Ferro Carril Oeste appear to be shaped for 4-2-3-1.
Today's match is refereed by Jose Antonio Ponce.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Defensa y Justicia get the match underway!
3.41
0-0Luis Ruidíaz sees Vernon Alesci in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Vernon Alesci knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
6.05
0-0Maximiliano Rivero threads a neat ball through to Leon Saad. Leon Saad controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Vernon Alesci. Vernon Alesci sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it misses the target by a large margin!
8.52
Luis Ruidíaz flicks a high pass forward. Kaíque Souza holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Kaíque Souza knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Juan Blanco.
12.53
0-0Luis Ruidíaz kicks a strong pass forward to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza lofts in a cross ball towards Bill Allen. Juan Sornoza comes in with a late challenge on Bill Allen. Bill Allen appeals for a penalty! The referee just ignores him!!
16.46
0-0Leon Saad makes a probing pass to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza plays a one-two with Bill Allen and rushes in on goal... Kaíque Souza tries a spectacular strike. The ball dips but the keeper is a match for it. Great save!
20.16
Ivan Thomas passes the ball forward to Cristián Navarrete. Cristián Navarrete threads the ball through to Nathan Heinemann. Nathan Heinemann knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Yoshimar Ávila.
22.19
Jessie Ackley makes a beautiful solo run. Jessie Ackley knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Manuel Lucena.
24.29
With some swift thinking, Cristián Navarrete plays the ball forward to Nathan Heinemann. Nathan Heinemann shoots from distance. The ball comes in low, but Felipe Gruezo effortlessly smothers it!
26.08
1-0Leon Saad threads the ball through to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
30.55
Juan Blanco hits a low pass to Cristián Navarrete. Cristián Navarrete makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Humberto Duran. Humberto Duran plays a scrappy one-two with Nathan Heinemann and advances towards the goal... Humberto Duran comes through the middle and smashes a shot from 11 yards out. Felipe Gruezo is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
33.46
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Defensa y Justicia appear unchanged since the first half. Ferro Carril Oeste also appear unchanged since the first half. The Defensa y Justicia players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Ferro Carril Oeste start the second half!
47.14
Leon Saad passes the ball forward to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza knocks in a cross ball towards Vernon Alesci. Vernon Alesci powers a header at goal but it flies just wide!
49.36
1-1Jessie Ackley catches Leon Saad on the ankles. Jessie Ackley is given a warning by the referee! Leon Saad hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
51.11
Cristián Navarrete threads a neat ball through to Nathan Heinemann. Nathan Heinemann shoots from long range but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
53.13
1-1Manuel Lucena sees Miguel Vaca in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Miguel Vaca makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Bill Allen but the linesman indicates offside!
54.28
Luis Ruidíaz knocks the ball forward to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza lofts in a cross ball towards Vernon Alesci. Vernon Alesci finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
60.13
2-1Ferro Carril Oeste have made a substitution with Andrés Cervantes replacing Dax Heinemann and appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-2-4 formation.
61.19
Manuel Lucena sees Miguel Vaca in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Miguel Vaca makes a probing pass to Vernon Alesci. Vernon Alesci shoots from long range but Carlos Romero is on top of it.
63.53
2-1Miguel Vaca receives the ball from a throw-in from Leon Saad. Miguel Vaca flicks a high pass forward to Kaíque Souza who brings the ball under control. Kaíque Souza hits a low pass to Vernon Alesci. Carlos Libman clumsily knocks into Vernon Alesci. That's got to be a penalty! Yes!!
63.53
2-1The referee points to the spot..
65.47
Kaíque Souza steps up. The ball slams so fast inside the left post that the keeper is left standing helpless. Goal!
69.26
Jamie Kassel deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Miguel Vaca. Miguel Vaca threads a neat ball through to Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball dips but the keeper is a match for it. Nice save!
71.33
Jamie Kassel passes the ball forward to Miguel Vaca. Miguel Vaca knocks the ball to his team mate, Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza knocks in a cross ball towards Vernon Alesci. Vernon Alesci connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. What a cracker!! Carlos Romero had no chance!! Goal for Defensa y Justicia!
77.27
Ferro Carril Oeste have made a substitution with João Davis replacing Juan Blanco .
79.05
Manuel Lucena chips the ball to his team mate, Miguel Vaca. Miguel Vaca controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Well saved!
83.13
Miguel Vaca makes an attacking run forward. Miguel Vaca whips in a cross ball towards Kaíque Souza. Kaíque Souza makes a looping header on goal. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!! That's his third!
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
5
1
Shots on Target
9
2
Shots off Target
2
1
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
0
2
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
57.7%
42.3%
Play Area
21.1%
45.1%
33.8%
Scorers
| Kaíque Souza 26, 65 (p), 83 Vernon Alesci 54, 71 | Humberto Duran 31 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Kaíque Souza of Defensa y Justicia |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Felipe Gruezo (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Yoshimar Ávila (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Jamie Kassel (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Manuel Lucena (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Maximiliano Rivero (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Luis Ruidíaz (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Miguel Vaca (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Leon Saad (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Bill Allen (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Vernon Alesci (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 11. | Kaíque Souza (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Cory Petrone (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Enzo Hugo (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Gastón Ardiles (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Carlos Romero (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Carlos Libman (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Juan Sornoza (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Ivan Thomas (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Juan Blanco (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Cristián Navarrete (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Jessie Ackley (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Humberto Duran (ATT) | | 7 |
| 9. | Dax Heinemann (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Nathan Heinemann (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Walter Lauderdale (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | João Davis (DEF) | 6 | |
| 13. | Yordy Zambrano (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Andrés Cervantes (ATT) | 6 | |