Match Report
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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at The Amex Stadium where Brighton and Hove Albion play host to Hartlepool United. A crowd of 2,740 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
Both Brighton and Hove Albion and Hartlepool United are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Both Brighton and Hove Albion and Hartlepool United are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
0.00
0-0Brighton and Hove Albion get the match underway!
8.04
0-0Hartlepool United are playing some beautiful football, but they cannot seem to penetrate Brighton and Hove Albion's defence.
14.07
0-0Danny Summerbell knocks the ball forward to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
18.21
0-0James Cope makes a simple pass to Steve Mcgovern. Steve Mcgovern knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Venus. Gavin Venus connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. It's miles wide!
20.40
0-0Anthony Wilson advances with the ball. Anthony Wilson passes the ball forward but Phil Lawrence is offside!
21.38
0-0James Cope threads the ball through to Gavin Venus. Gavin Venus finds some space and shoots from distance. It curls slightly but Eoin Pearce manages to gather it comfortably.
27.10
Tim Stockdale makes a probing pass to Eddie Riggott. Eddie Riggott makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It's miles wide!
32.58
Anthony Wilson deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
33.34
The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
34.48
Terry Shaw deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gavin Venus. Gavin Venus lofts in a cross ball towards Steve Mcgovern. Steve Mcgovern powers a header at goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
38.52
Arthur Holloway flicks the ball to his team mate, Eddie Riggott. Eddie Riggott passes the ball forward to Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Shaun Joachim.
40.18
Matthew Perry knocks the ball to his team mate, Steve Mcgovern. Steve Mcgovern tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball comes in low, but Eoin Pearce easily smothers it!
44.19
0-0Matthew Perry comes in with a late challenge on Danny Summerbell. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Danny Summerbell hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
45.00
Patrick Marshall kicks a strong pass forward to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
45.00
Hartlepool United kick off!
47.41
Arthur Holloway controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Eddie Riggott. Eddie Riggott knocks the ball to his team mate, Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence shoots from outside the area but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
48.41
Terry Shaw makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Steve Mcgovern. Steve Mcgovern shoots from 25 yards but it flies wide!
49.33
0-0Phil Lawrence hacks Shaun Joachim from behind! The referee calls over Phil Lawrence and warns him to calm down! Shaun Joachim hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
49.33
The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
51.47
Arthur Holloway advances with the ball. Arthur Holloway threads the ball through to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
53.23
Anthony Wilson makes a simple pass to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence tries a spectacular long range effort but it is miles over!
55.04
Robbie Sturridge chips the ball to his team mate, Anthony Wilson. Anthony Wilson passes the ball forward to Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It's miles wide!
61.55
0-0James Cope hacks Patrick Marshall from behind! James Cope is shown the yellow card! Patrick Marshall carries on, but is struggling a bit.
63.18
Anthony Wilson kicks a strong pass forward to Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Magnificent save by Steven Henry!
73.55
Matthew Perry deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gavin Venus. Gavin Venus knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Peter Sharpe.
79.46
Eddie Riggott controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Warren Nicholls. Warren Nicholls knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
81.22
Arthur Holloway kicks a strong pass forward to Anthony Wilson. Anthony Wilson chips the ball to his team mate, Phil Lawrence. Phil Lawrence finds some space and shoots from distance but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
84.21
Anthony Wilson sees space and advances. Anthony Wilson shoots from outside the area but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
85.42
Shaun Joachim passes the ball forward to James Cope. James Cope makes a beautiful solo run. James Cope shoots from outside the area but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
90.00
0-1James Cope makes a simple pass to Gavin Venus. Gavin Venus plays a perfect one-two with Steve Mcgovern and rushes in on goal... Gavin Venus shoots from just inside the box. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
0
1
Shots on Target
1
3
Shots off Target
6
4
Offsides
2
0
Fouls
1
2
Yellow Cards
0
2
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
59.8%
40.2%
Play Area
29.3%
42.7%
28%
Scorers
| Gavin Venus 90 |