Match Report


Norwich CityNorwich City     Leeds UnitedLeeds United
Computer Player Computer Player James Humphrey James Humphrey
Nigel KitsonN. Kitson67
G
1
G
70Marcos AndresM. Andres
Christof RadetC. Radet69
D
2
D
66Dominic SounessD. Souness
Alexander WillA. Will67
D
3
D
70Elena VidalE. Vidal
Gianni CorradoG. Corrado64
D
4
D
67Juan RomanJ. Roman
Sergio AverdijkS. Averdijk68
M
captain5
M
68Stefano LuijpersS. Luijpers
Roel Van BastenR. Van Basten68
M
6
M
69Harry MowbrayH. Mowbray
Philipp LittbarskiP. Littbarski65
M
7
M
71Pedro LozanoP. Lozano
Stuart GreigS. Greig57
M
8captain
M
71James JacksonJ. Jackson
Hugo OrtizH. Ortiz68
A
9
A
71Scott BeagrieS. Beagrie
Ricardo GainzaR. Gainza64
A
10
A
69Gavin DavidsonG. Davidson
Manuele BonfantiM. Bonfanti62
A
11
A
68Callum TelferC. Telfer
 
Walter TriuzziW. Triuzzi63
D
12
D
65Jos De GraefJ. De Graef
Wayne GeorgeW. George55
M
13
M
66Dion GardnerD. Gardner
Mervin GreeningM. Greening41
M
14
D
66Thomas GrondinT. Grondin

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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Carrow Road where Norwich City play host to Leeds United. A crowd of 7,716 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Norwich City and Leeds United are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Stephen Edworthy.


0.00
Norwich City get the match underway!
4.38
Stefano Luijpers hits a low pass to Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson whips in a cross ball towards James Jackson. James Jackson makes a looping header on goal. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Superb keeping!
6.19
Philipp Littbarski threads a neat ball through to Stuart Greig. Stuart Greig lofts in a cross ball towards Manuele Bonfanti. Manuele Bonfanti heads the ball goalwards but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
9.29
Alexander Will decides to run forward with the ball. Alexander Will knocks the ball forward to Hugo Ortiz. Hugo Ortiz knocks in a cross ball towards Manuele Bonfanti. Manuele Bonfanti gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. Marcos Andres manages to gather it.
10.23
With imagination, Alexander Will laces a weighted ball forward to Philipp Littbarski. Philipp Littbarski flicks a high ball forward to Ricardo Gainza who takes it down. Ricardo Gainza shoots from distance but slams it into the crowd!
12.35
Elena Vidal knocks the ball forward to Juan Roman. Juan Roman controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Callum Telfer. Callum Telfer deftly passes the ball to Scott Beagrie, releasing him through on goal. Scott Beagrie makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. Nigel Kitson gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous save!
14.39
Philipp Littbarski changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Philipp Littbarski tries a spectacular long range effort. Fantastic reaction save from Marcos Andres!
15.23
Dominic Souness hacks Philipp Littbarski from behind! Dominic Souness is warned by the referee! Philipp Littbarski hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.15
Juan Roman deftly passes the ball to his team mate, James Jackson. James Jackson sees Callum Telfer in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Callum Telfer lofts in a cross ball towards Scott Beagrie. Scott Beagrie powers a header at goal but somehow Nigel Kitson manages to keep it out.
18.45
Stuart Greig controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Roel Van Basten. Roel Van Basten makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Manuele Bonfanti. Manuele Bonfanti knocks in a cross ball towards Hugo Ortiz. Hugo Ortiz rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Magnificent save by Marcos Andres!
20.42
Harry Mowbray threads a neat ball through to Pedro Lozano. Pedro Lozano chips the ball to his team mate, Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson knocks in a cross ball towards Harry Mowbray. Harry Mowbray connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it is miles over!
22.04
Pedro Lozano deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson whips in a cross ball towards James Jackson. James Jackson directs the ball goalwards with his head. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
26.08
Stefano Luijpers threads the ball through to Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal his aim is horrendously poor!
27.53
Gianni Corrado flicks a high pass forward to Alexander Will who brings the ball under control. Alexander Will makes a simple pass to Hugo Ortiz. Hugo Ortiz sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
34.26
Scott Beagrie hacks Christof Radet from behind! Scott Beagrie is shown the yellow card! Christof Radet hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
36.51
Alexander Will passes the ball forward to Ricardo Gainza. Ricardo Gainza shoots from outside the area. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
39.14
Seeing a gap ahead, Harry Mowbray plays the ball forward to James Jackson. Seeing a gap ahead, James Jackson plays the ball forward to Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson knocks in a cross ball towards Scott Beagrie. Scott Beagrie heads the ball goalwards. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
42.30
Dominic Souness knocks the ball forward to Harry Mowbray. Harry Mowbray makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Pedro Lozano. Pedro Lozano knocks in a cross ball towards Stefano Luijpers. Stefano Luijpers makes a deft header but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half

Both teams emerge for the second half. Norwich City appear unchanged since the first half. Leeds United also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
The whistle blows and Leeds United get the second half underway!
48.33
Pedro Lozano sees Harry Mowbray in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Harry Mowbray threads the ball through to Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson shoots from 20 yards but it goes wide for a goal kick.
49.11
Roel Van Basten chips the ball to his team mate, Manuele Bonfanti. Manuele Bonfanti shoots from long range but it is shockingly off target!
51.37
James Jackson threads a neat ball through to Callum Telfer. Callum Telfer shoots from outside the area. The ball comes in low, but Nigel Kitson effortlessly smothers it!
53.49
Sergio Averdijk runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Sergio Averdijk sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
55.52
Christof Radet flicks a high pass forward. Roel Van Basten holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Roel Van Basten passes the ball forward to Hugo Ortiz. Hugo Ortiz tries a spectacular long range effort but Marcos Andres reads it well. Good save!
59.07
Elena Vidal flicks a high pass forward. Stefano Luijpers holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Stefano Luijpers controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson finds some space and shoots from distance. It curls slightly but Nigel Kitson manages to gather it.
60.04
James Jackson hits a low pass to Scott Beagrie. Scott Beagrie shoots from distance. It's miles wide!
61.19
Roel Van Basten sees Manuele Bonfanti in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Manuele Bonfanti shoots from 20 yards. Marcos Andres gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous save!
63.44
Harry Mowbray knocks the ball to his team mate, James Jackson. James Jackson rushes past Christof Radet! James Jackson side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Superb keeping!
65.59
Stefano Luijpers receives the ball from a throw-in from Harry Mowbray. Stefano Luijpers flicks a high pass forward to Callum Telfer who brings the ball neatly under control. Callum Telfer shoots from distance. Solid save from Nigel Kitson. What a great pair of hands!
71.04
Showing composure, Stefano Luijpers plays the ball forward to Scott Beagrie. Scott Beagrie lofts in a cross ball towards Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson makes a convincing header but somehow Christof Radet happens to be in the right place to block it.
72.56
Scott Beagrie hacks Roel Van Basten from behind! The referee calls over Scott Beagrie and warns him to calm down! Roel Van Basten hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
73.28
Christof Radet catches Callum Telfer on the ankles. The referee calls over Christof Radet and warns him to calm down! Callum Telfer runs off the knock.
77.20
Stuart Greig threads a neat ball through to Philipp Littbarski. Philipp Littbarski shoots from outside the area. Wonderful reactions from Marcos Andres keeps it out!
79.11
Roel Van Basten makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Hugo Ortiz. Hugo Ortiz shoots from long range. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
81.31
Christof Radet comes in with a late challenge on Callum Telfer. The referee warns Christof Radet again to calm down! Callum Telfer hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
84.01
Elena Vidal flicks the ball to his team mate, Pedro Lozano. Pedro Lozano passes the ball forward to Callum Telfer. Callum Telfer lofts in a cross ball towards Gavin Davidson. Gavin Davidson powers a header at goal. Nigel Kitson is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
87.32
Philipp Littbarski runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Philipp Littbarski shoots from long range but it flies well off target!
90.00
With a delightful solo run, Philipp Littbarski stretches the opposition's defence. Philipp Littbarski tries a spectacular long range effort but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!

Match Statistics
 

Norwich City

Leeds United
Goals
1
3
Shots on Target
8
11
Shots off Target
7
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
2
3
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
45.3%
54.7%
Play Area
26.3%
40%
33.7%

Scorers
Ricardo Gainza 37
James Jackson 22
Scott Beagrie 39
Gavin Davidson 84

Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Gavin Davidson of Leeds United

Match Ratings
1.Nigel Kitson (GK)
8
2.Christof Radet (DEF)
6
3.Alexander Will (DEF)
7
4.Gianni Corrado (DEF)
6
5.Sergio Averdijk (MID)
6
6.Roel Van Basten (MID)
7
7.Philipp Littbarski (MID)
7
8.Stuart Greig (MID)
6
9.Hugo Ortiz (ATT)
6
10.Ricardo Gainza (ATT)goal scored
7
11.Manuele Bonfanti (ATT)
6
 
12.Walter Triuzzi (DEF)
0
13.Wayne George (MID)
0
14.Mervin Greening (MID)
0

1.Marcos Andres (GK)
8
2.Dominic Souness (DEF)
6
3.Elena Vidal (DEF)
6
4.Juan Roman (DEF)
6
5.Stefano Luijpers (MID)
6
6.Harry Mowbray (MID)
6
7.Pedro Lozano (MID)
6
8.James Jackson (MID)goal scored
9
9.Scott Beagrie (ATT)goal scoredyellow card
7
10.Gavin Davidson (ATT)goal scored
9
11.Callum Telfer (ATT)
7
 
12.Jos De Graef (DEF)
0
13.Dion Gardner (MID)
0
14.Thomas Grondin (DEF)
0