Match Report
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Match Report
It's a sunny day here at Brunton Park where Carlisle United play host to Brighton and Hove Albion. Its a sell-out today with the 3,000 capacity stadium completely full.
Carlisle United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Brighton and Hove Albion appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Carlisle United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Brighton and Hove Albion appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Brighton and Hove Albion kick off!
3.42
0-0Liam Ripley makes a simple pass to Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler goes all the way! Alexander Cutler cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it is miles over!
4.55
0-0Ugo Flintlock threads the ball through to Steve Beckham. Steve Beckham knocks the ball to his team mate, Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eoin Pearce who gathers it comfortably.
6.02
Nicky Lowe makes a probing pass to Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Tim Stockdale.
8.01
0-0Steve Beckham threads the ball through to Nigel Campbell. Nigel Campbell knocks in a cross ball towards Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell flicks the ball with his head but Eoin Pearce is on top of it.
9.12
Ugo Flintlock passes the ball forward to Nicky Lowe. Nicky Lowe brings the ball forward. Nicky Lowe finds some space and shoots from distance. Magnificent save by Eoin Pearce!
22.54
Eddie Riggott threads the ball through to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence tries a spectacular long range effort but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
27.56
Steve Beckham decides to run forward with the ball. Steve Beckham lofts in a cross ball towards Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell powers a header at goal. It's miles wide!
28.55
Nicky Lowe makes a simple pass to Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler goes all the way! Alexander Cutler makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it is tipped over by Eoin Pearce.
30.41
Patrick Marshall sees space and advances. Patrick Marshall sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
32.03
Danny Summerbell takes it forward alone. Danny Summerbell shoots from 25 yards but it curls horrendously wide!
39.24
Ashley Sheringham knocks the ball to his team mate, Nicky Lowe. Nicky Lowe knocks the ball forward to Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler shoots from outside the area but it curls horrendously wide!
44.36
Eddie Riggott chips the ball to his team mate, Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
45.00
Steve Beckham threads the ball through to Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell shoots from distance but Eoin Pearce is on top of it.
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
45.00
Carlisle United kick off and get the second half underway!
47.54
Steve Beckham chips the ball to his team mate, Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler finds some space and shoots from distance but it goes wide for a goal kick.
51.23
0-0Alexander Cutler clumsily knocks into Tim Stockdale. Alexander Cutler is shown the yellow card! Tim Stockdale hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
53.41
1-0Ronnie Carrick sees a break and surges forward. Ronnie Carrick passes the ball forward to Alexander Cutler. Alexander Cutler whips in a cross ball towards Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell flicks the ball with his head. Eoin Pearce is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
60.42
Danny Summerbell deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
65.33
Anthony Wilson makes a probing pass to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence makes a simple pass to Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls rockets a shot on goal but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
71.50
Anthony Wilson controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence lofts in a cross ball towards Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. It's miles wide!
72.12
Patrick Marshall controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence shows great control and tries a shot on goal which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
75.25
Clive Impey deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Steve Beckham. Steve Beckham makes a simple pass to Neil Thirlwell. Neil Thirlwell finds some space and shoots from distance. Eoin Pearce easily smothers it.
77.05
Liam Ripley kicks a strong pass forward to Nigel Campbell. Nigel Campbell shoots from 25 yards but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
78.33
Ashley Sheringham catches Phil Lawrence on the ankles. Ashley Sheringham is shown the yellow card! Phil Lawrence runs off the knock.
83.06
Patrick Marshall knocks the ball to his team mate, Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Ugo Flintlock.
90.00
1-1Alexander Cutler clumsily knocks into Tim Stockdale. The referee calls over Alexander Cutler and shows him his second yellow card! He's sending him off!! Tim Stockdale runs off the knock.
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
6
1
Shots off Target
5
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
3
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
1
0
Possession
55.7%
44.3%
Play Area
27.8%
46.8%
25.3%
Scorers