Match Report
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Match Report
Heavy rain falls from above here at Philips Stadion where PSV Eindhoven play host to PEC Zwolle. Its a sell-out today with the 10,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
PSV Eindhoven are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while PEC Zwolle appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Cor de Boer.
The pitch is in poor condition.
PSV Eindhoven are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while PEC Zwolle appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Cor de Boer.
0.00
0-0PEC Zwolle start the match!
2.39
1-0Stefano Van Nistelrooy makes a simple pass to Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman directs the ball goalwards with his head. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
9.24
1-0Sylvain Mike deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Scott Collins. Scott Collins threads a neat ball through to Aron de Graaf. Aron de Graaf knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Sjaak de Boer who gathers it comfortably.
10.40
Carlo Alessi knocks the ball forward to Victor de Wit. Victor de Wit knocks in a cross ball towards Jšrg Van Elshot. Jšrg Van Elshot connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. What a cracker!! Ernesto Soto had no chance!! Goal for PEC Zwolle!
14.59
1-1Louis De Vogt knocks the ball to his team mate, Stefano Van Nistelrooy. Stefano Van Nistelrooy makes an attacking run forward. Stefano Van Nistelrooy shoots from 20 yards but it is miles over!
18.29
1-1Barry Schoenmakers clumsily knocks into Scott Collins. Barry Schoenmakers is given a warning by the referee! Scott Collins stretches but gets up unharmed.
20.33
1-1Sylvain Mike flicks a high pass forward. Gavin Allman holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Gavin Allman shoots from 25 yards. The ball comes in low, but Sjaak de Boer smothers it!
21.14
Manuel Barbosa knocks the ball forward to Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman shoots from 20 yards. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Excellent save!
22.06
Alfonso Nesta sees Victor de Wit in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Victor de Wit shoots from 20 yards but it is miles over!
33.31
Frederico Menendez flicks a high pass forward. Juan-Carlos Galadames easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Juan-Carlos Galadames chips the ball to his team mate, Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman shoots from long range. Superb reactions from Sjaak de Boer. What a save!
42.55
Frederico Menendez kicks a strong pass forward to Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman tries a spectacular long range effort but somehow Sjaak de Boer manages to keep it out.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. PSV Eindhoven appear unchanged since the first half. PEC Zwolle also appear unchanged since the first half. The PSV Eindhoven players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
PSV Eindhoven kick off the second half!
49.24
Scott Collins kicks a strong pass forward to Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but Sjaak de Boer is on top of it.
54.59
Sylvain Mike controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman shoots from long range but it is shockingly off target!
55.31
Juan-Carlos Galadames flicks a high pass forward to Aron de Graaf who brings the ball under control. Aron de Graaf sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for PSV Eindhoven!
59.35
Aron de Graaf sees Manuel Barbosa in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Manuel Barbosa shoots from outside the area. Superb reactions from Sjaak de Boer. What a save!
63.21
Scott Collins changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Scott Collins knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Brian Huckerby.
65.13
2-1Stefano Van Nistelrooy clumsily knocks into Robin De Vogt. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Robin De Vogt hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
66.34
Juan-Carlos Galadames threads a neat ball through to Stefano Van Nistelrooy. Stefano Van Nistelrooy flicks a high pass forward to Gavin Allman who brings the ball under control. Gavin Allman rushes past Yuri Rijkaard! Gavin Allman looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. Sjaak de Boer gets down and covers it.
67.14
Scott Collins clumsily knocks into Barry Schoenmakers. The referee brings Scott Collins to one side and gives him a warning! Barry Schoenmakers runs off the knock.
69.09
Alfonso Nesta knocks the ball to his team mate, Barry Schoenmakers. Barry Schoenmakers knocks the ball forward to Jšrg Van Elshot. Jšrg Van Elshot knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
71.55
Carlo Alessi controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Victor de Wit. Victor de Wit knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Stefano Van Nistelrooy.
75.58
2-1Aron de Graaf sees Manuel Barbosa in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Manuel Barbosa deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Aron de Graaf but the linesman indicates offside!
77.32
Scott Collins flicks a high ball forward to Sylvain Mike who takes it down. Sylvain Mike flicks a high pass forward. Manuel Barbosa controls it well on his chest. Manuel Barbosa finds some space and shoots from distance but it is tipped over by Sjaak de Boer.
78.45
2-1Stefano Van Nistelrooy takes a short corner kick, passing the ball to Frederico Menendez. Frederico Menendez chests the ball down and with a fluid motion, flicks the ball across into the box. Some world-class footwork from Gavin Allman provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it is shockingly off target!
79.58
Scott Collins passes the ball forward to Gavin Allman. Gavin Allman shoots from outside the area. The ball hits the post, bouncing back into play. PSV Eindhoven are unable to capitalise and the keeper manages to gather up the loose ball.
81.41
Stefano Van Nistelrooy hits a low pass to Manuel Barbosa. Manuel Barbosa knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Brian Huckerby.
87.21
Frederico Menendez passes the ball through the wet conditions to the feet of Scott Collins. Scott Collins sees a break and surges forward. Scott Collins passes the ball forward but Gavin Allman is offside!
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
10
1
Shots off Target
4
1
Offsides
2
1
Fouls
2
1
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
67.6%
32.4%
Play Area
22.5%
47.9%
29.6%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Gavin Allman of PSV Eindhoven |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Ernesto Soto (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Louis De Vogt (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Juan-Carlos Galadames (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Adolfo Farinos (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Frederico Menendez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Sylvain Mike (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Scott Collins (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Stefano Van Nistelrooy (MID) |  | 7 |
| 9. | Aron de Graaf (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Manuel Barbosa (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Gavin Allman (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Fred Meijer (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Frits Polak (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Dave Brand (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Sjaak de Boer (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Marc Lamey (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Alfonso Nesta (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Brian Huckerby (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Yuri Rijkaard (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Robin De Vogt (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Barry Schoenmakers (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Carlo Alessi (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Gerard Bosvelt (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Victor de Wit (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Jšrg Van Elshot (ATT) | | 7 |
| 12. | Ignacio de Bruin (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Marco Robben (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Marino Robben (GK) | 0 | |