Match Report
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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Estádio São Januário where Vasco da Gama play host to Criciúma. A crowd of 19,237 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Vasco da Gama are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Criciúma appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Luiz Gustavo Melo.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Vasco da Gama are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Criciúma appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Luiz Gustavo Melo.
0.00
0-0Vasco da Gama start the match!
3.06
0-0Roger Joyce plays the ball forward to Charles Escamilla. Charles Escamilla shoots from 20 yards. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
4.36
0-0Pinheiro L. Martins threads a neat ball through to Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
6.02
0-0Mike Sullivan passes the ball forward to Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz tries a spectacular long range effort but is denied by Daniel Bolaños. Excellent save.
8.32
Daniel Pérez makes a probing pass to Christian Figuera. Christian Figuera sees Charles Escamilla in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Charles Escamilla shoots from distance. It's miles wide!
10.02
0-0Servando Martinez makes a simple pass to Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks kicks a strong pass forward to Brandon Ortiz but the referee indicates it's offside!
12.21
John Hidalgo flicks a high pass forward. Servando Martinez holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Servando Martinez knocks the ball forward to Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks shoots from 20 yards his aim is horrendously poor!
15.47
Pinheiro L. Martins flicks a high pass forward. Brandon Ortiz holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Brandon Ortiz knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Luca Rivero.
16.40
0-0Roger Joyce catches Mike Sullivan on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Mike Sullivan hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
24.05
Sergio C. Melo sees space and advances. Sergio C. Melo controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it flies just wide!
26.10
0-0Criciúma are dictating the run of play here today.
27.50
Christian Figuera runs straight at the opposition's defence. Christian Figuera skips past John Hidalgo! Christian Figuera tries a spectacular strike. Gabriel Azcona gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous stop!
30.49
Pedro Noboa makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Roger Joyce. With a delightful solo run, Roger Joyce stretches the opposition's defence. Roger Joyce whips in a cross ball towards Charles Escamilla. Charles Escamilla is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
32.54
Francisco Davis threads the ball through to Servando Martinez. Seeing a gap ahead, Servando Martinez picks a pass forward to Bruno Arca. Bruno Arca knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Andrés Faríñez.
33.24
0-1Francisco Davis flicks the ball to his team mate, Mike Sullivan. Mike Sullivan knocks the ball to his team mate, Bruno Arca. Bruno Arca whips in a cross ball towards Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
38.12
Andrés Faríñez flicks the ball to his team mate, Roger Joyce. Roger Joyce flicks a high ball forward to Francisco Marzolini who takes it down. Francisco Marzolini shoots from 20 yards but Gabriel Azcona is on top of his game. Quality keeping!
39.15
Javier Cortes makes a simple pass to Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz shoots from long range but it's a lousy effort!
40.06
Servando Martinez knocks the ball forward to Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks shoots from 25 yards. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
42.03
Javier Cortes passes the ball forward to Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz shoots from outside the area. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
45.00
Roger Joyce passes the ball forward to Julio Muñoz. Julio Muñoz lofts in a cross ball towards Francisco Marzolini. Francisco Marzolini beats his man to it with a header. Gabriel Azcona manages to gather it.
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Vasco da Gama appear unchanged since the first half. Criciúma also appear unchanged since the first half. The Criciúma players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and Criciúma get the second half underway!
47.21
Servando Martinez controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
48.44
Christian Figuera sees Julio Muñoz in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Julio Muñoz shoots from 20 yards but it whistles just wide of the post!
49.46
Servando Martinez makes a probing pass to Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks shoots from outside the area but it's drastically wayward!
53.41
Mike Sullivan flicks a high ball forward to Brandon Ortiz who takes it down. Brandon Ortiz lofts in a cross ball towards Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Daniel Bolaños is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
60.44
Christian Figuera knocks the ball to his team mate, Charles Escamilla. Charles Escamilla lofts in a cross ball towards Francisco Marzolini. Francisco Marzolini gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball takes a deflection leaving Gabriel Azcona with no chance!! Goal for Vasco da Gama!
65.53
Roger Joyce sees Julio Muñoz in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Julio Muñoz knocks the ball beyond the defensive line but Francisco Marzolini is offside!
67.17
John Hidalgo makes a probing pass to Javier Cortes. Javier Cortes flicks a high pass forward. Julio Brooks holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Julio Brooks shoots from 25 yards but Daniel Bolaños reads it well. Excellent save!
69.26
Francisco Davis flicks a high pass forward to Mike Sullivan who brings the ball under control. Mike Sullivan passes the ball forward to Bruno Arca. Bruno Arca knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Daniel Bolaños who gathers it comfortably.
71.49
John Hidalgo chips the ball to his team mate, Pinheiro L. Martins. Pinheiro L. Martins flicks a high pass forward. Bruno Arca collects the pass. Bruno Arca knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Pedro Noboa.
72.43
Javier Cortes controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Andrés Faríñez.
73.32
Javier Cortes takes a quick throw-in, lobbing the ball to the feet of Servando Martinez. Servando Martinez hits a low pass to Julio Brooks. Julio Brooks lofts in a cross ball towards Brandon Ortiz. Brandon Ortiz heads the ball goalwards. Daniel Bolaños is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!! The crowd cheer. That makes three for him!
79.08
Javier Cortes flicks the ball to his team mate, Bruno Arca. Bruno Arca puts a great ball through. Brandon Ortiz runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
83.13
Sergio C. Melo flicks a high pass forward. Francisco Marzolini controls it well on his chest. Francisco Marzolini tries a spectacular long range effort but is denied by Gabriel Azcona. Excellent save.
85.52
Sergio C. Melo threads the ball through to Charles Escamilla. Charles Escamilla makes a great pass forward. Francisco Marzolini runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
89.07
Servando Martinez knocks the ball to his team mate, Bruno Arca. Bruno Arca knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Andrés Faríñez.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
1
4
Shots on Target
5
6
Shots off Target
5
4
Offsides
2
2
Fouls
1
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
38.5%
61.5%
Play Area
27.5%
48.4%
24.2%
Scorers
| Francisco Marzolini 60 | Brandon Ortiz 33, 42, 73 Julio Brooks 53 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Brandon Ortiz of Criciúma |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Daniel Bolaños (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Andrés Faríñez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Pedro Noboa (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Daniel Pérez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Luca Rivero (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Roger Joyce (MID) |  | 6 |
| 7. | Christian Figuera (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Sergio C. Melo (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Francisco Marzolini (ATT) |  | 7 |
| 10. | Julio Muñoz (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Charles Escamilla (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Emiliano Gonzalez (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Jon Lopez (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Manuel Chavez (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Gabriel Azcona (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Alvaro Gonzales (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Francisco Davis (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | John Hidalgo (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Pinheiro L. Martins (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Servando Martinez (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Javier Cortes (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Mike Sullivan (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Brandon Ortiz (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Bruno Arca (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Julio Brooks (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Gianni Valencia (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Oscar Mendoza (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Cesar Thome (MID) | 0 | |