Match Report
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Match Report
It's a warm sunny day here at Old Trafford where Manchester United play host to Rochdale. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Manchester United and Rochdale are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Francis Makin.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Manchester United and Rochdale are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Francis Makin.
0.00
0-0Manchester United kick off the first half!
2.24
0-1Terry Konchesky passes the ball forward to Fritz Caveglia. Fritz Caveglia rushes past Simon Smithe! Fritz Caveglia makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. Pedro De Souza is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
8.23
0-1Seeing a gap ahead, Christina Vilatte plays the ball forward to Lionel Pontal. Lionel Pontal edges inside the box! Some silky footwork from Lionel Pontal provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent save!
9.43
Trevor Lockley threads a neat ball through to Fritz Caveglia. Fritz Caveglia lofts in a cross ball towards Lionel Pontal. Lionel Pontal connects with a diving header. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
12.56
Martim Maldonado threads the ball through to Sylvain George. Sylvain George makes a simple pass to Oberdan Marchegiani. Oberdan Marchegiani tries a spectacular long range effort but it is tipped over by Billy Murphy.
14.50
0-2Lomano Boertien takes the corner kick, swinging the ball in towards the far post. Fritz Caveglia reaches the ball and hoofs it clear.
15.36
0-2Gareth Potts hacks Trevor Lockley from behind! The referee brings Gareth Potts to one side and gives him a warning! Trevor Lockley hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.12
0-2Christina Vilatte flicks the ball to his team mate, Bart Sluiter. Bart Sluiter passes the ball forward but Lionel Pontal is offside!
18.16
Erik Ásgeirsson flicks a high ball forward to Oberdan Marchegiani who takes it down. Oberdan Marchegiani plays a quick one-two with Fabian Natale Ferrarese and rushes in on goal... Oberdan Marchegiani cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but somehow Billy Murphy manages to keep it out.
21.20
Christina Vilatte kicks a strong pass forward to Fritz Caveglia. Fritz Caveglia makes a probing pass to Lionel Pontal but he's offside!
26.56
Erik Ásgeirsson runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Erik Ásgeirsson knocks the ball forward, putting Oberdan Marchegiani through on goal. Oberdan Marchegiani muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. It curls slightly but Billy Murphy manages to gather it effortlessly.
32.25
Sylvain George threads a neat ball through to Fabian Natale Ferrarese. Fabian Natale Ferrarese knocks in a cross ball towards Jose Marcelo Rodrigues. Jose Marcelo Rodrigues powers a header at goal. Magnificent save by Billy Murphy!
36.30
Trevor Lockley passes the ball forward to Lionel Pontal. Lionel Pontal sees Bart Sluiter just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Bart Sluiter shoots from just inside the box. Pedro De Souza is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
39.18
0-3Trevor Lockley flicks a high pass forward to Fritz Caveglia who brings the ball under control. Fritz Caveglia advances inside the box! Martim Maldonado hacks Fritz Caveglia from behind! Fritz Caveglia appeals for a penalty! Given!!
39.18
The referee points to the spot..
40.19
Lionel Pontal steps up. The keeper is sent the wrong way and the ball is placed inside the left post. Goal!
42.07
Richard Summerbell knocks the ball to his team mate, Christina Vilatte. Christina Vilatte deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Bart Sluiter. Bart Sluiter skips past Simon Smithe! Simon Smithe hacks Bart Sluiter from behind! Penalty for Rochdale!!
42.07
The referee points to the spot..
43.19
Lionel Pontal takes a short run up. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
45.00
Christina Vilatte sees Bart Sluiter in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Bart Sluiter puts a great ball through. Lionel Pontal runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Manchester United appear unchanged since the first half. Rochdale also appear unchanged since the first half. The Manchester United players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Rochdale kick off!
47.09
Sylvain George deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Oberdan Marchegiani. Oberdan Marchegiani makes a defence splitting pass to Jose Marcelo Rodrigues. Jose Marcelo Rodrigues cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. Billy Murphy is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
51.39
Martim Maldonado pushes mid-way up the pitch. Martim Maldonado knocks the ball to his team mate, Oberdan Marchegiani. Oberdan Marchegiani shoots from distance but it is tipped over by Billy Murphy.
52.57
Lomano Boertien takes the corner kick, swinging the ball in towards the far post. Fritz Caveglia gets to the ball and kicks it upfield to safety.
53.35
1-5Gareth Potts makes a simple pass to Jose Marcelo Rodrigues. Jose Marcelo Rodrigues cuts inside the box! Jose Marcelo Rodrigues cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. It curls slightly but is blocked by Dennis Hasselbaink.
54.44
Dennis Hasselbaink flicks the ball to his team mate, Trevor Lockley. Trevor Lockley sees Lionel Pontal in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Lionel Pontal makes a great pass forward. Fritz Caveglia runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
60.22
1-5Manchester United have made a substitution with Wataru Nakamura replacing Oberdan Marchegiani .Rochdale have made a substitution with Des Bloomer replacing Fritz Caveglia .
71.23
1-5Dennis Hasselbaink catches Fabian Natale Ferrarese on the ankles. Dennis Hasselbaink is shown the yellow card! Fabian Natale Ferrarese hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
73.03
1-5Erik Ásgeirsson decides to run forward with the ball. Erik Ásgeirsson shoots from 20 yards but it goes wide for a goal kick.
75.37
Christina Vilatte takes it forward alone. Christina Vilatte knocks in a cross ball towards Des Bloomer. Des Bloomer knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Rochdale!
77.37
Manchester United have made a substitution with Spencer Minto replacing Fabian Natale Ferrarese .
78.56
Under pressure, Martim Maldonado clears the ball far upfield. Wataru Nakamura tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball comes in low, but Billy Murphy easily smothers it!
79.24
Erik Ásgeirsson flicks a high pass forward. Wataru Nakamura collects the pass. Wataru Nakamura plays a one-two with Spencer Minto and rushes in on goal... Wataru Nakamura muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Quality keeping!
81.44
1-6Erik Ásgeirsson makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Wataru Nakamura. Wataru Nakamura knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
83.26
Richard Summerbell flicks a high ball forward to Trevor Lockley who takes it down. Trevor Lockley knocks the ball forward to Lionel Pontal. Lionel Pontal tries a spectacular long range effort but slams it into the crowd!
84.33
Lomano Boertien makes a probing pass to Jose Marcelo Rodrigues. Jose Marcelo Rodrigues knocks the ball forward, putting Spencer Minto through on goal. Spencer Minto strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The keeper, Billy Murphy, sees it late!! Goal for Manchester United!
90.00
Trevor Lockley chips the ball to his team mate, Lionel Pontal. Lionel Pontal lofts in a cross ball towards Bart Sluiter. Bart Sluiter makes a convincing header. The keeper is on top of it. Nice save!
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
6
Shots on Target
10
8
Shots off Target
1
1
Offsides
0
5
Fouls
3
1
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
43.1%
56.9%
Play Area
25%
44.4%
30.6%
Scorers
| Jose Marcelo Rodrigues 47 Spencer Minto 84 | Fritz Caveglia 2 Lionel Pontal 9, 40 (p), 43 (p) Bart Sluiter 36 Des Bloomer 75 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Fritz Caveglia of Rochdale |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Pedro De Souza (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Martim Maldonado (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Simon Smithe (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Stephan Edusei (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Lomano Boertien (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Erik Ásgeirsson (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Sylvain George (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Gareth Potts (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Jose Marcelo Rodrigues (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Oberdan Marchegiani (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Fabian Natale Ferrarese (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Wataru Nakamura (ATT) | 6 | |
| 13. | Spencer Minto (ATT) | | 7 |
| 14. | Alberto Nascimento (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Billy Murphy (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Richard Summerbell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Martin Carter (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Dennis Hasselbaink (DEF) |  | 6 |
| 5. | Terry Konchesky (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Trevor Lockley (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Christina Vilatte (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Dale Watson (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Fritz Caveglia (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Lionel Pontal (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Bart Sluiter (ATT) | | 7 |
| 12. | George Boyd (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Luke Harley (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Des Bloomer (ATT) | | 7 |