Match Report
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Match Report
Rain lashes down heavily here at Clemente Oliviera where Guaraní Antonio Franco play host to Independiente. A crowd of 18,224 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Guaraní Antonio Franco are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Independiente appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Ezequiel Fernández.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Guaraní Antonio Franco are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Independiente appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Ezequiel Fernández.
0.00
0-0Independiente kick off and get the first half underway!
9.51
0-0Agustín Medina makes a simple pass to Clayton Scott. Clayton Scott makes an attacking run forward. Clayton Scott lofts in a cross ball towards Davi Amaral. Davi Amaral connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Nahuel Bianchi easily punches it away to safety.
10.40
0-0Mateo Cruz takes a short throw-in bringing Fabricio Galletti into play. Fabricio Galletti makes a simple pass to Nelson Tuttle. Nelson Tuttle passes the ball forward to Emanuel Anderson. Emanuel Anderson shoots from outside the area but it whistles just wide of the post!
12.38
Clayton Scott chips the ball to his team mate, Lloyd Joyce. Lloyd Joyce controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it is shockingly off target!
15.45
0-0Esteban Domínguez runs straight at the opposition's defence. Esteban Domínguez knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Hector Reed.
16.06
0-0Clayton Scott decides to run forward with the ball. Clayton Scott lofts in a cross ball towards Lloyd Joyce. Lloyd Joyce jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. The ball flies towards the top corner but Nahuel Pereyra is on the line. He jumps and heads the ball over the bar!
17.41
0-1Corner kick to Independiente. Clayton Scott plays it out to the edge of the box. Some silky footwork from Mauricio Castro provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. The ball skims nastily along the wet ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
26.46
0-1Mateo Cruz flicks a high ball forward to Luiz Felipe Aldair who takes it down. Luiz Felipe Aldair advances with the ball. Luiz Felipe Aldair makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Mariano Calvo but he's offside!
32.35
Mateo Cruz knocks the ball forward to Esteban Domínguez. Esteban Domínguez flicks the ball to his team mate, Mariano Calvo. Mariano Calvo knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Hector Reed.
34.32
Mauricio Castro chips the ball to his team mate, Davi Amaral. Davi Amaral shoots from 20 yards but it flies wide!
38.33
0-1Alan Villegas barges into Agustín Medina. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Agustín Medina hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
39.45
Derek Morris runs forward with the ball. Derek Morris threads the ball through to Davi Amaral. Davi Amaral whips in a cross ball towards Lloyd Joyce. Lloyd Joyce connects with a diving header. The ball takes a deflection leaving Nahuel Bianchi with no chance!! Goal for Independiente!
45.00
Luiz Felipe Aldair makes a simple pass to Mariano Calvo. Mariano Calvo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Guaraní Antonio Franco appear unchanged since the first half. Independiente also appear unchanged since the first half. The Guaraní Antonio Franco players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
The second half starts with Guaraní Antonio Franco kicking off!
48.13
Esteban Domínguez makes a simple pass to Mariano Calvo. Mariano Calvo lofts in a cross ball towards Alan Villegas. Alan Villegas knocks the ball goalwards with his head but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
51.59
0-2There is some beautiful football being played out on the pitch today.
53.51
Nahuel Pereyra drives a long ball upfield. Mariano Calvo makes a simple pass, allowing Emanuel Anderson to run into the box. Emanuel Anderson side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
54.08
Nelson Tuttle flicks a high pass forward to Mariano Calvo who brings the ball under control. Mariano Calvo lofts in a cross ball towards Emanuel Anderson. Emanuel Anderson is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Emanuel Anderson scores for Guaraní Antonio Franco!!
57.57
Mauricio Castro flicks a high pass forward. Lloyd Joyce holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Lloyd Joyce knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
59.10
Esteban Domínguez threads the ball through to Alan Villegas. Alan Villegas whips in a cross ball towards Mariano Calvo. With a superhuman jump, Mariano Calvo connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
63.41
Mauricio Castro passes the ball through the wet conditions to the feet of Davi Amaral. Davi Amaral shoots from long range but it's well over the bar!
72.28
Without breaking stride, Derek Morris plays the ball forward to Clayton Scott. Clayton Scott makes a beautiful solo run. Clayton Scott makes a beautiful attacking pass to the feet of Lloyd Joyce. Lloyd Joyce cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
73.49
There is some beautiful football being played out on the pitch today.
75.23
Mateo Cruz passes the ball forward to Esteban Domínguez. Without breaking stride, Esteban Domínguez plays the ball forward to Emanuel Anderson. Emanuel Anderson shoots from 20 yards but it's a lousy effort!
77.19
Tiago Ramírez sees Davi Amaral in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Davi Amaral shoots from 25 yards. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Independiente!
81.57
Luiz Felipe Aldair threads a neat ball through to Alan Villegas. Alan Villegas shoots from distance but it's a woeful effort!
83.07
Mauricio Castro darts forward. Mauricio Castro shoots from outside the area. Nahuel Bianchi gathers the ball up comfortably. Nice keeping!
85.50
Clayton Scott threads the ball through to Davi Amaral. Davi Amaral knocks in a cross ball towards Lloyd Joyce. Lloyd Joyce heads the ball goalwards. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
87.16
Esteban Domínguez kicks a strong pass forward to Emanuel Anderson. Emanuel Anderson lofts in a cross ball towards Alan Villegas. Alan Villegas makes a convincing header his aim is horrendously poor!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
2
3
Shots on Target
2
6
Shots off Target
6
5
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
1
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
46.3%
53.7%
Play Area
29.3%
42.7%
28%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Mauricio Castro of Independiente |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Nahuel Bianchi (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Benjamín Muñoz (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Fabricio Galletti (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Mateo Cruz (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Nahuel Pereyra (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Esteban Domínguez (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Luiz Felipe Aldair (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Nelson Tuttle (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Mariano Calvo (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Alan Villegas (ATT) |  | 6 |
| 11. | Emanuel Anderson (ATT) | | 7 |
| 12. | Tiago Vera (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Andres Ortega (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Sixto Samuel (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Irven Zuniga (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Agustín Medina (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Derek Morris (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Hector Reed (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Mauricio Castro (MID) | | 9 |
| 6. | Tiago Ramírez (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Harvey Wright (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Clayton Scott (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Lloyd Joyce (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Frickson Larrea (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Davi Amaral (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Javier Soto (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Francisco Guzmán (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Ivan Vasquez (ATT) | 0 | |