Match Report
| FC Porto | FC Porto | | | Moreirense | Moreirense | ||||||||||||||||
| John E Hyldgaard | John E Hyldgaard | Computer Player | Computer Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| Kristinn Ingi Hallfredsson | K. Hallfredsson | ![]() | 74 | G | ![]() | 1 | ![]() | G | 66 | ![]() | Artur Pinto | A. Pinto | |||||||||
| Alexandre Castro | A. Castro | ![]() | 67 | D | ![]() | 2 | ![]() | D | 75 | ![]() | Eduardo Jardim | E. Jardim | |||||||||
| Jorge Antunes | J. Antunes | ![]() | 65 | D | ![]() | 3 | ![]() | D | 69 | ![]() | Mario Vieira | M. Vieira | |||||||||
| Cristiano Jardim | C. Jardim | ![]() | 65 | D | ![]() | 4 | ![]() | D | 67 | ![]() | Miguel Santos | M. Santos | |||||||||
| Dominic Young | D. Young | ![]() | 70 | M | ![]() | 5 | ![]() | D | 66 | ![]() | Craig Law | C. Law | |||||||||
| Rafael Ramos | R. Ramos | ![]() | 68 | M | ![]() | 6 | ![]() | M | 80 | ![]() | Gouki Nakamura | G. Nakamura | |||||||||
| Diogo Moreira | D. Moreira | ![]() | 71 | M | ![]() | 7 | ![]() | M | 71 | ![]() | Duarte Lopes | D. Lopes | |||||||||
| Rodrigo Jesus | R. Jesus | ![]() | 76 | M | ![]() | 8 | ![]() | M | 68 | ![]() | Craig Philips | C. Philips | |||||||||
| Antonio Valente | A. Valente | ![]() | 66 | A | ![]() | 9 | ![]() | A | 67 | ![]() | Eduardo Barbosa | E. Barbosa | |||||||||
| Djezon Laigle | D. Laigle | ![]() | 65 | A | ![]() | 10 | ![]() | A | 62 | ![]() | Sergio Fernandes | S. Fernandes | |||||||||
| Roberto Quaresma | R. Quaresma | ![]() | 66 | A | ![]() | 11 | ![]() | A | 62 | ![]() | Francisco Costa | F. Costa | |||||||||
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| Joao Jardim | J. Jardim | ![]() | 65 | D | ![]() | 12 | ![]() | M | 66 | ![]() | Fernando Mendes | F. Mendes | |||||||||
| Jorge Martins | J. Martins | ![]() | 68 | M | ![]() | 13 | ![]() | M | 64 | ![]() | Vitor Andrade | V. Andrade | |||||||||
| Fernando Mendes | F. Mendes | ![]() | 65 | A | ![]() | 14 | ![]() | G | 62 | ![]() | Antonio Soares | A. Soares | |||||||||
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Match Report
It's a beautiful clear and sunny day here at Estádio do Dragão where FC Porto play host to Moreirense. A crowd of 20,871 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
FC Porto are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Moreirense appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Carlos Moreira.
The pitch is in poor condition.
FC Porto are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Moreirense appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Carlos Moreira.
0.00
Moreirense start the game by kicking off the first half!
2.47
Mario Vieira advances with the ball. Mario Vieira flicks a high ball forward to Eduardo Barbosa who takes it down. Eduardo Barbosa lofts in a cross ball towards Craig Philips. Craig Philips connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
3.34
Gouki Nakamura knocks the ball forward to Eduardo Barbosa. Eduardo Barbosa knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Jorge Antunes.
8.15
Rafael Ramos hacks Duarte Lopes from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Duarte Lopes runs off the knock.
9.20
Mario Vieira flicks a high pass forward. Gouki Nakamura collects the pass. Gouki Nakamura flicks a high pass forward. Francisco Costa holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Francisco Costa shoots from 20 yards. Superb reactions from Kristinn Ingi Hallfredsson. What a save!
15.11
With some swift thinking, Miguel Santos plays the ball forward to Duarte Lopes. Duarte Lopes flicks the ball to his team mate, Eduardo Barbosa. Eduardo Barbosa whips in a cross ball towards Gouki Nakamura. Gouki Nakamura beats his man to it with a header. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
18.26
Eduardo Barbosa catches Rafael Ramos on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Rafael Ramos stretches but gets up unharmed.
21.21
Diogo Moreira sees space and advances. Diogo Moreira whips in a cross ball towards Antonio Valente. Antonio Valente rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it is tipped over by Artur Pinto.
22.56
Dominic Young takes a short corner kick, passing the ball to Djezon Laigle. Djezon Laigle deftly flicks the ball on. Roberto Quaresma side-steps and rifles a shot at goal but it flies just off target!
30.21
Craig Law makes a beautiful solo run. Craig Law passes the ball forward to Eduardo Barbosa. Eduardo Barbosa knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
32.09
Jorge Antunes flicks a high pass forward. Diogo Moreira controls it well on his chest. Diogo Moreira flicks a high ball forward to Djezon Laigle who takes it down. Djezon Laigle skips past Eduardo Jardim! Djezon Laigle shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it is miles over!
33.09
Alexandre Castro chips the ball to his team mate, Rafael Ramos. Rafael Ramos threads a neat ball through to Roberto Quaresma. Roberto Quaresma knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Miguel Santos.
40.45
Mario Vieira makes a simple pass to Sergio Fernandes. Sergio Fernandes sees Francisco Costa in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Francisco Costa shoots from 25 yards but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
45.00
Alexandre Castro makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Antonio Valente. Antonio Valente tries a spectacular long range effort. It curls slightly but Artur Pinto manages to gather it easily.
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. FC Porto appear unchanged since the first half. Moreirense also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The whistle blows and FC Porto kick off!
49.14
Rodrigo Jesus hits a low pass to Roberto Quaresma. Roberto Quaresma knocks in a cross ball towards Djezon Laigle. Djezon Laigle connects with a diving header but Artur Pinto is on top of his game. Nice keeping!
51.01
Miguel Santos flicks the ball to his team mate, Sergio Fernandes. Sergio Fernandes chips the ball to his team mate, Gouki Nakamura. Gouki Nakamura plays the ball forward to Duarte Lopes who has made a great run into the box. Some good footwork from Duarte Lopes provides some space. He shoots at goal. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
57.03
Miguel Santos passes the ball forward to Duarte Lopes. Duarte Lopes controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Craig Philips. Craig Philips whips in a cross ball towards Francisco Costa. Francisco Costa beats his man to it with a header. Solid save from Kristinn Ingi Hallfredsson.
59.34
Craig Law takes it forward alone. Craig Law makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Craig Philips. Craig Philips knocks in a cross ball towards Francisco Costa. Francisco Costa rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
61.24
Duarte Lopes knocks the ball to his team mate, Eduardo Barbosa. Eduardo Barbosa knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
65.42
Gouki Nakamura flicks a high pass forward to Francisco Costa who brings the ball under control. Francisco Costa plays a one-two with Gouki Nakamura and rushes in on goal... Some good footwork from Francisco Costa provides some space. He shoots at goal but it flies well off target!
66.12
Duarte Lopes flicks a high pass forward. Eduardo Barbosa collects the pass. Eduardo Barbosa knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Cristiano Jardim.
67.51
Diogo Moreira laces a weighted ball forward to Dominic Young. Dominic Young whips in a cross ball towards Roberto Quaresma. Roberto Quaresma makes a looping header on goal. It's miles wide!
72.33
Jorge Antunes takes a quick throw-in, lobbing the ball to the feet of Cristiano Jardim. Cristiano Jardim flicks a high pass forward to Diogo Moreira who brings the ball under control. Diogo Moreira chips the ball to his team mate, Rodrigo Jesus. Rodrigo Jesus shoots from long range. Wonderful reactions from Artur Pinto keeps it out!
73.30
Alexandre Castro deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Rafael Ramos. With imagination, Rafael Ramos plays the ball forward to Djezon Laigle. Djezon Laigle plays a scrappy one-two with Rodrigo Jesus and advances towards the goal... Some good footwork from Djezon Laigle provides some space. He shoots at goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Artur Pinto with no chance!! Goal for FC Porto!
77.42
Plenty of goal mouth action is making this a great game to watch.
78.45
Gouki Nakamura takes it forward alone. Gouki Nakamura knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Cristiano Jardim.
79.56
Alexandre Castro threads the ball through to Diogo Moreira. Diogo Moreira flicks a high pass forward. Djezon Laigle collects the pass. Djezon Laigle shoots from long range but it is tipped over by Artur Pinto.
81.22
Rodrigo Jesus takes the corner, chipping the ball into the box. Duarte Lopes reaches the ball and heads it out of the danger area!
83.31
With great vision, Eduardo Barbosa plays the ball forward to Sergio Fernandes. Sergio Fernandes whips in a cross ball towards Eduardo Barbosa. Eduardo Barbosa connects with a diving header. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
85.50
With imagination, Diogo Moreira plays the ball forward to Rodrigo Jesus. Rodrigo Jesus knocks in a cross ball towards Djezon Laigle. Djezon Laigle heads the ball goalwards. Artur Pinto gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous stop!
89.40
Alexandre Castro takes it forward alone. With imagination, Alexandre Castro plays the ball forward to Antonio Valente. Antonio Valente sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
2
Shots on Target
7
4
Shots off Target
4
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
1
1
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
45.8%
54.2%
Play Area
28.9%
44.6%
26.5%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Gouki Nakamura of Moreirense |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Kristinn Ingi Hallfredsson (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Alexandre Castro (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Jorge Antunes (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Cristiano Jardim (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Dominic Young (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Rafael Ramos (MID) | ![]() | 5 |
| 7. | Diogo Moreira (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Rodrigo Jesus (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Antonio Valente (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Djezon Laigle (ATT) | ![]() | 8 |
| 11. | Roberto Quaresma (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Joao Jardim (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Jorge Martins (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Fernando Mendes (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Artur Pinto (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Eduardo Jardim (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Mario Vieira (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Miguel Santos (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Craig Law (DEF) | 7 | |
| 6. | Gouki Nakamura (MID) | ![]() | 9 |
| 7. | Duarte Lopes (MID) | ![]() | 8 |
| 8. | Craig Philips (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Eduardo Barbosa (ATT) | ![]() | 6 |
| 10. | Sergio Fernandes (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Francisco Costa (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Fernando Mendes (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Vitor Andrade (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Antonio Soares (GK) | 0 | |











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