Match Report
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Match Report
An overcast sky looms overhead here at Cappielow Park where Greenock Morton play host to Stirling Albion. Its a sell-out today with the 5,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Greenock Morton and Stirling Albion are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Paul Gough.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Greenock Morton and Stirling Albion are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Paul Gough.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Greenock Morton kicking off!
4.21
0-0Dominic Gemmill controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Colin Johnstone. Colin Johnstone knocks in a cross ball towards Scott Brady. Scott Brady gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Well saved!
9.42
0-0Miguel Castro makes a probing pass to Scott Burley. Scott Burley takes it forward alone. Scott Burley shoots from 25 yards but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
12.45
0-0Stephen McCoist hacks Garry Naysmith from behind! The referee brings Stephen McCoist to one side and gives him a warning! Garry Naysmith stretches but gets up unharmed.
14.10
0-0Paul Ferguson hacks Gavin Hansen from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Gavin Hansen hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.14
0-0Seeing a gap ahead, Danny Barmby plays the ball forward to Scott Brady. Scott Brady knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
18.32
Colin Johnstone comes in with a late challenge on Miguel Castro. Colin Johnstone is shown the yellow card! Miguel Castro hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
22.22
0-0Darren Mcgovern passes the ball forward to Paul Ferguson. Paul Ferguson makes a great pass forward. Andy Mccall runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
28.08
Craig Johnstone makes a beautiful solo run. Craig Johnstone hits a low pass to Scott Brady. Scott Brady whips in a cross ball towards Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith powers a header at goal but he balloons it over the crossbar!
30.28
Dominic Gemmill passes the ball forward to Colin Johnstone. Colin Johnstone lofts in a cross ball towards Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. Alex Campbell didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
32.28
Danny Barmby makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Scott Brady. Scott Brady shoots from 20 yards but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
34.39
0-0Scott Burley changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Scott Burley plays a scrappy one-two with Paul Ferguson and advances towards the goal... Gavin Hansen comes in with a late challenge on Scott Burley. Penalty not given!!
44.25
1-0Miguel Castro brings the ball forward. Miguel Castro plays the ball forward to Andy Mccall. Andy Mccall shoots from 25 yards. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Greenock Morton appear unchanged since the first half. Stirling Albion also appear unchanged since the first half. The Stirling Albion players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Stirling Albion kick off the second half!
47.14
Stephen McCoist flicks a high pass forward to Gary McNeill who brings the ball under control. Gary McNeill threads a neat ball through to Andy Mccall. Andy Mccall knocks the ball forward to Paul Ferguson but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
53.32
Dominic Gemmill hits a low pass to Scott Brady. Scott Brady shoots from 25 yards. The ball comes in low, but Alex Campbell comfortably smothers it!
57.52
Scott Burley threads a neat ball through to Andy Mccall. Andy Mccall makes a great pass forward. Dominic Burley runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
59.02
Danny Barmby threads a neat ball through to Colin Johnstone. Colin Johnstone whips in a cross ball towards Scott Brady. Scott Brady rises majestically and gets a header on goal but slams it into the crowd!
60.08
Gavin Hansen pushes mid-way up the pitch. With a delightful solo run, Gavin Hansen stretches the opposition's defence. Gavin Hansen deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Scott Brady but the linesman indicates offside!
65.31
Scott Burley threads a neat ball through to Paul Ferguson. Paul Ferguson skips past Gavin Hansen! Paul Ferguson muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. Alec Mckinlay gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous stop!
71.02
With imagination, Callum Gemmell plays the ball forward to Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith finds some space and shoots from distance. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
73.56
Gary McNeill passes the ball forward to Dominic Burley. Dominic Burley knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Gavin Hansen.
77.17
1-0Stirling Albion have made 3 substitutions with Kevin Meiklejohn replacing Craig Johnstone, John Dalglish replacing Callum Gemmell and Rafael Carvalho replacing Colin Johnstone .
78.22
Scott Burley changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Scott Burley makes a probing pass to Paul Ferguson but he's offside!
79.24
Scott Burley comes in with a late challenge on Scott James. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Scott James runs off the knock.
83.40
Stephen McCoist flicks a high ball forward to Gary McNeill who takes it down. Gary McNeill flicks a high pass forward. Andy Mccall collects the pass. Andy Mccall plays a scrappy one-two with Dominic Burley and stumbles forward towards the goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Andy Mccall provides some space. He curls a shot at goal but it whistles just wide of the post!
84.56
Gary McNeill sees Andy Mccall in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Andy Mccall makes a simple pass, allowing Paul Ferguson to run into the box. Paul Ferguson muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it is shockingly off target!
85.03
Gary McNeill darts forward. Gary McNeill finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Greenock Morton!
89.13
With vision, John Dalglish plays the ball forward to Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith whips in a cross ball towards Scott Brady. Scott Brady flicks the ball with his head. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
90.00
Kevin Meiklejohn sees Dominic Gemmill in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Dominic Gemmill chips the ball to his team mate, Garry Naysmith. Garry Naysmith knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Gary Mcinnes.
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
0
Shots on Target
3
3
Shots off Target
3
5
Offsides
4
1
Fouls
3
1
Yellow Cards
2
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
59%
41%
Play Area
27.7%
42.2%
30.1%
Scorers
| Andy Mccall 44 Gary McNeill 85 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Gary McNeill of Greenock Morton |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Alex Campbell (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Gary Mcinnes (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Miguel Castro (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Stephen McCoist (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Darren Mcgovern (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Scott Burley (MID) |  | 8 |
| 7. | Gary McNeill (MID) |  | 9 |
| 8. | Callum Brady (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Dominic Burley (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Andy Mccall (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Paul Ferguson (ATT) | | 6 |
| 12. | Duncan Strachan (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Billy Thomson (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Andy Young (GK) | 0 | |
| 1. | Alec Mckinlay (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Gavin Mcinnes (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Gavin Hansen (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Craig Johnstone (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Dominic Gemmill (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Danny Barmby (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Callum Gemmell (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Scott James (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Garry Naysmith (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Scott Brady (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Colin Johnstone (ATT) | | 6 |
| 12. | Kevin Meiklejohn (GK) | 6 | |
| 13. | John Dalglish (ATT) | 6 | |
| 14. | Rafael Carvalho (ATT) | 6 | |