Match Report
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Match Report
It's a beautiful clear and sunny day here at Willem II Stadion where Willem II Tilburg play host to PSV Eindhoven. A crowd of 9,539 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Willem II Tilburg are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while PSV Eindhoven appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paolo Kok.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Willem II Tilburg are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while PSV Eindhoven appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paolo Kok.
0.00
0-0PSV Eindhoven start the game by kicking off the first half!
6.17
0-0Anthony Boschker threads a neat ball through to Raymond Kool. Raymond Kool knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
8.42
1-0Orlando Lobont chips the ball to his team mate, Glenn Stroeve. Glenn Stroeve lofts in a cross ball towards Raymond Kool. Raymond Kool shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
12.48
1-0Sylvain Mike flicks the ball to his team mate, Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The keeper is more than a match for it. Good save!
14.51
Sylvain Mike flicks a high pass forward. Manuel Barbosa holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Manuel Barbosa knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
15.13
1-0Stefano Van Nistelrooy takes it forward alone. Stefano Van Nistelrooy knocks the ball forward to Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman lofts in a cross ball towards Stefano Van Nistelrooy. Stefano Van Nistelrooy connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
18.25
Juan-Carlos Galadames kicks a strong pass forward to Louis De Vogt. Louis De Vogt hits a low pass to Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa makes a simple pass, allowing Aron de Graaf to run into the box. Aron de Graaf strikes a beautiful left-footed shot at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
20.33
Sylvain Mike flicks a high pass forward. Aron de Graaf collects the pass. Aron de Graaf sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
21.11
Louis De Vogt flicks a high pass forward to Aron de Graaf who brings the ball under control. With some swift thinking, Aron de Graaf plays the ball forward to Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman makes a looping header on goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
24.19
With great vision, Stefano Van Nistelrooy plays the ball forward to Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf finds some space and shoots from distance but it is shockingly off target!
26.33
Aron de Graaf deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
27.30
Stefano Van Nistelrooy darts forward. Showing composure, Stefano Van Nistelrooy laces a weighted ball forward to Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman whips in a cross ball towards Aron de Graaf. With a superhuman jump, Aron de Graaf connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
28.36
Roberto Gonzalez chips the ball to his team mate, Orlando Lobont. With a delightful solo run, Orlando Lobont stretches the opposition's defence. Orlando Lobont advances inside the box! Some awkward footwork from Orlando Lobont provides some space. He stabs the ball goalward but it curls horrendously wide!
34.17
1-1Scott Collins hacks Orlando Lobont from behind! Scott Collins is given a warning by the referee! Orlando Lobont gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
36.02
Carl Sherwood runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Carl Sherwood plays a quick one-two with Raymond Kool and rushes in on goal... Some good footwork from Carl Sherwood provides some space. He shoots at goal. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
39.10
Joost Darwinkel flicks a high ball forward to Aron Riverola who takes it down. Aron Riverola sees a break and surges forward. Aron Riverola whips in a cross ball towards Glenn Stroeve. Glenn Stroeve directs the ball goalwards with his head but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
40.04
Sylvain Mike knocks the ball to his team mate, Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf whips in a cross ball towards Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head but it's well over the bar!
44.53
Without breaking stride, Scott Collins plays the ball forward to Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf shoots from 25 yards but it's a woeful effort!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Willem II Tilburg appear unchanged since the first half. PSV Eindhoven also appear unchanged since the first half. The PSV Eindhoven players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Willem II Tilburg start the second half!
47.52
2-1Aron de Graaf catches Orlando Lobont on the ankles. Aron de Graaf is given a warning by the referee! Orlando Lobont stretches but gets up unharmed.
48.35
Stefano Van Nistelrooy sees Gavin Allman in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Gavin Allman lofts in a cross ball towards Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it's drastically wayward!
57.31
Stefano Van Nistelrooy makes a probing pass to Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf shoots from long range. Guillermo Van Gessel is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
60.32
Seeing a gap ahead, Stefano Van Nistelrooy plays the ball forward to Scott Collins. Scott Collins flicks a high ball forward to Gavin Allman who takes it down. Gavin Allman knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Roberto Gonzalez.
65.42
Scott Collins knocks the ball to his team mate, Sylvain Mike. Sylvain Mike controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa lofts in a cross ball towards Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf connects with a diving header but Guillermo Van Gessel is on top of it.
67.58
2-2Orlando Lobont makes a beautiful solo run. Orlando Lobont makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Glenn Stroeve but he's offside!
71.18
Scott Collins surges forward with the ball. Scott Collins lofts in a cross ball towards Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa makes a deft header but Guillermo Van Gessel is on top of it.
72.58
With some swift thinking, Sylvain Mike plays the ball forward to Stefano Van Nistelrooy. Stefano Van Nistelrooy takes it forward alone. Stefano Van Nistelrooy knocks in a cross ball towards Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa makes a looping header on goal but is denied by Guillermo Van Gessel. Excellent save.
75.48
Scott Collins passes the ball forward to Sylvain Mike. Sylvain Mike sees space and advances. Sylvain Mike whips in a cross ball towards Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa directs the ball goalwards with his head but it flies just off target!
78.23
Anthony Boschker flicks a high pass forward to Orlando Lobont who brings the ball neatly under control. Orlando Lobont advances inside the box! Orlando Lobont muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
79.18
Scott Collins hits a low pass to Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf plays a quick one-two with Manuel Barbosa and rushes in on goal... Aron de Graaf shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Guillermo Van Gessel with no chance!! Goal for PSV Eindhoven!
87.20
Scott Collins controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa puts a great ball through. Gavin Allman runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
90.00
2-3Glenn Stroeve hacks Adolfo Farinos from behind! The referee calls over Glenn Stroeve and shows him a yellow card! Adolfo Farinos hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
3
Shots on Target
2
7
Shots off Target
3
9
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
1
2
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
30.5%
69.5%
Play Area
30.5%
46.3%
23.2%
Scorers
| Raymond Kool 8 Carl Sherwood 36 | Gavin Allman 21 Aron de Graaf 57, 79 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Aron de Graaf of PSV Eindhoven |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Guillermo Van Gessel (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Roberto Gonzalez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Jero El Khanchaf (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Joost Darwinkel (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Aron Riverola (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Orlando Lobont (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Anthony Boschker (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Carl Sherwood (MID) |  | 7 |
| 9. | Glenn Stroeve (ATT) |  | 6 |
| 10. | Raymond Kool (ATT) | | 7 |
| 11. | Nigel White (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Jon Westwood (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Steven Gravelaine (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Remco Claes (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Ernesto Soto (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Louis De Vogt (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Juan-Carlos Galadames (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Adolfo Farinos (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Frederico Menendez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Sylvain Mike (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Scott Collins (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Stefano Van Nistelrooy (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Aron de Graaf (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Manuel Barbosa (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Gavin Allman (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Iwan Van Der Woerdt (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Fred Meijer (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Dave Brand (ATT) | 0 | |