Match Report
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Match Report
It's a sunny day here at Anteater Stadium where Orange County Blues play host to New York City FC. A crowd of 18,230 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in great condition.
Orange County Blues are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while New York City FC appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Eduardo Carter.
The pitch is in great condition.
Orange County Blues are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while New York City FC appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Eduardo Carter.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and New York City FC get the match underway!
2.10
0-0Francisco Parra runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Francisco Parra shoots from distance but it flies just wide!
3.12
0-0Charles Reyes clumsily knocks into Jordon Rivera. Charles Reyes is shown the yellow card! Jordon Rivera stretches but gets up unharmed.
6.17
0-0Jamie Morales deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Jordon Rivera. Jordon Rivera knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
9.14
Jamie Morales flicks a high pass forward. Jordon Rivera holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Jordon Rivera shoots from outside the area but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
10.29
0-0Charles Reyes threads a neat ball through to Gabriel Korb. Gabriel Korb decides to run forward with the ball. Gabriel Korb lofts in a cross ball towards Ezequiel Renteria. Ezequiel Renteria heads the ball goalwards but José Torrico is on top of it.
15.26
Jamie Morales threads a neat ball through to Joel Chávez. Joel Chávez knocks in a cross ball towards Jordon Rivera. With a superhuman jump, Jordon Rivera connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it slams into the crowd!
16.58
Luis Korb flicks a high ball forward to Jamie Morales who takes it down. Jamie Morales threads the ball through to Joel Chávez. Joel Chávez knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
18.49
Ezequiel Renteria catches Leo Roberts on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Leo Roberts stretches but gets up unharmed.
21.40
Nicolas Clark threads the ball through to Joel Chávez. Joel Chávez whips in a cross ball towards Cameron Diaz. Cameron Diaz makes a convincing header but Pedro Orellana is on top of his game. Great save!
27.57
Nicolas Clark makes a beautiful solo run. Nicolas Clark knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
28.50
Francisco Parra flicks the ball to his team mate, Logan Gruenebaum. Logan Gruenebaum knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Randall Morris.
30.50
Mario Cabrera threads a neat ball through to Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri shoots from outside the area. The ball dips but the keeper is more than a match for it. Good save!
33.28
Alexis Duarte hits a low pass to Cameron Diaz. Cameron Diaz knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
34.10
With imagination, Phillip Gray laces a through ball forward to Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri skips past Randall Morris! Patrick Chavarri shows great control and tries a shot on goal. Wonderful reactions from José Torrico keeps it out!
45.00
Nicolas Clark runs straight at the opposition's defence. Nicolas Clark whips in a cross ball towards Cameron Diaz. Cameron Diaz rises majestically and gets a header on goal but somehow Pedro Orellana manages to keep it out.
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Orange County Blues appear unchanged since the first half. New York City FC also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The whistle blows and Orange County Blues kick off!
47.18
0-0The play is deadlocked with neither team giving up possession lightly.
48.00
1-0Alexis Duarte flicks a high ball forward to Jordon Rivera who takes it down. Jordon Rivera knocks in a cross ball towards Cameron Diaz. Cameron Diaz is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Pedro Orellana with no chance!! Goal for Orange County Blues!
51.06
Chance Ramirez chips the ball to his team mate, Phillip Gray. Phillip Gray plays the ball forward to Logan Gruenebaum. Logan Gruenebaum shoots from long range but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
54.43
Charles Reyes pushes mid-way up the pitch. Charles Reyes chips the ball to his team mate, Logan Gruenebaum. Logan Gruenebaum shoots from distance. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
55.06
Francisco Parra threads a neat ball through to Ezequiel Renteria. Ezequiel Renteria knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
57.33
Mario Cabrera makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to José Torrico who gathers it comfortably.
60.01
Phillip Gray passes the ball forward to Ezequiel Renteria. Ezequiel Renteria shoots from long range. Solid save from José Torrico. What a great pair of hands!
61.58
1-0Mario Cabrera knocks the ball to his team mate, Logan Gruenebaum. Logan Gruenebaum knocks in a cross ball towards Ezequiel Renteria. Leo Roberts catches Ezequiel Renteria on the ankles. Penalty not given!!
65.55
Jamie Morales flicks a high pass forward. Joel Chávez holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Joel Chávez knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Javier Ortiz.
67.10
Mario Cabrera flicks a high ball forward to Logan Gruenebaum who takes it down. Logan Gruenebaum shoots from long range. Magnificent save by José Torrico!
71.42
Javier Ortiz hoofs the ball up the pitch. Ezequiel Renteria knocks in a cross ball towards Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri makes a convincing header his aim is horrendously poor!
72.35
1-0Jamie Morales barges into Francisco Parra. The referee calls over Jamie Morales and warns him to calm down! Francisco Parra gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
73.11
With imagination, Alexis Duarte picks a pass forward to Jordon Rivera. Jordon Rivera shoots from distance but it whistles just wide of the post!
77.07
Clifford Chandler kicks a strong pass forward to Nicolas Clark. Nicolas Clark flicks a high pass forward. Jordon Rivera controls it well on his chest. Jordon Rivera sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Magnificent save by Pedro Orellana!
78.29
Jamie Morales deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Cameron Diaz. Cameron Diaz knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
79.47
Cameron Diaz clumsily knocks into Chance Ramirez. The referee warns Cameron Diaz to calm down! Chance Ramirez carries on, but is struggling a bit.
83.08
Francisco Parra darts forward. Francisco Parra lofts in a cross ball towards Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri connects with a diving header. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Patrick Chavarri!
90.00
Mario Cabrera makes a probing pass to Patrick Chavarri. Patrick Chavarri shoots from long range. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
4
6
Shots off Target
3
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
2
2
Yellow Cards
0
2
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
42.9%
57.1%
Play Area
23.8%
47.6%
28.6%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Patrick Chavarri of New York City FC |
Match Ratings
| 1. | José Torrico (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Randall Morris (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Luis Korb (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Clifford Chandler (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Leo Roberts (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Alexis Duarte (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Jamie Morales (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Nicolas Clark (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Cameron Diaz (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Joel Chávez (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Jordon Rivera (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Ernest Grossman (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Manny Jackson (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Marvin Pickens (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Pedro Orellana (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Chance Ramirez (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Charles Reyes (DEF) |  | 6 |
| 4. | Javier Ortiz (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Gabriel Korb (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Mario Cabrera (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Francisco Parra (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Phillip Gray (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Logan Gruenebaum (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Ezequiel Renteria (ATT) | | 6 |
| 11. | Patrick Chavarri (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Juan Manuel Villa (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Joaquín Velasquez (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Joshua Rogers (GK) | 0 | |