Match Report
| Albion Rovers | Albion Rovers |  |  | Airdrieonians | Airdrieonians | ||||||||||||||||
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| Marc Britton | M. Britton |  | 55 | G |  | 1 | | G | 65 |  | Neil Hendry | N. Hendry | |||||||||
| Stefano Vasari | S. Vasari |  | 61 | D |  |  | 2 |  | D | 60 |  | Carlos Lopes | C. Lopes | ||||||||
| Mauricio Pastor | M. Pastor |  | 57 | D | | 3 | | D | 59 |  | Matthias Engels | M. Engels | |||||||||
| Hauke Hermann | H. Hermann | | 55 | D | | 4 | | D | 54 | | Duncan Booth | D. Booth | |||||||||
| Duncan Caldwell | D. Caldwell | | 51 | D | | 5 | | | D | 54 | | Gary Gemmill | G. Gemmill | ||||||||
| Craig Matteo | C. Matteo | | 65 | M | | 6 | | M | 69 | | Kevin Sullivan | K. Sullivan | |||||||||
| George Wise | G. Wise | | 60 | M | | 7 | | M | 58 | | Billy Booth | B. Booth | |||||||||
| Massimo Bedin | M. Bedin | | 60 | M | | 8 | | M | 55 | | Scott McCoist | S. McCoist | |||||||||
| Marc Scheffler | M. Scheffler | | 67 | A | | 9 | | A | 66 | | Colin Mcinnes | C. Mcinnes | |||||||||
| Gary Ritchie | G. Ritchie | | 66 | A | | 10 | | A | 64 | | Stuart Niven | S. Niven | |||||||||
| Andy Dickov | A. Dickov | | 59 | A | | 11 | | A | 63 | | Dominic Rae | D. Rae | |||||||||
| Gianluca Dalmat | G. Dalmat | | 59 | M | | 12 | | A | 58 | | Craig Glass | C. Glass | |||||||||
| John McNeill | J. McNeill | | 59 | A | | 13 | | G | 57 | | Colin Mckinlay | C. Mckinlay | |||||||||
| Scott Mccall | S. Mccall | | 59 | M | | 14 | | M | 55 | | Billy Hutchison | B. Hutchison | |||||||||
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Match Report
Rain falls steadily from above here at Cliftonhill where Albion Rovers play host to Airdrieonians in this derby match. Its a sell-out today with the 10,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Albion Rovers and Airdrieonians are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Richard Mcallister.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Albion Rovers and Airdrieonians are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Richard Mcallister.
0.00
0-0Airdrieonians get the match underway!
2.55
0-1Duncan Booth flicks the ball to his team mate, Billy Booth. Billy Booth threads a neat ball through to Dominic Rae. Dominic Rae lofts in a cross ball towards Colin Mcinnes. Colin Mcinnes makes a looping header on goal. It's there!! Marc Britton has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
8.46
Massimo Bedin makes an attacking run forward. Massimo Bedin lofts in a cross ball towards Gary Ritchie. Gary Ritchie finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
14.08
1-1Kevin Sullivan flicks a high pass forward to Dominic Rae who brings the ball under control. Dominic Rae tries a spectacular long range effort. It's miles wide!
15.28
Craig Matteo flicks the ball to his team mate, Andy Dickov. Andy Dickov lofts in a cross ball towards Craig Matteo. Craig Matteo knocks the ball goalwards with his head but it flies just off target!
21.15
Dominic Rae plays the ball forward to Stuart Niven. Stuart Niven lofts in a cross ball towards Dominic Rae. Dominic Rae whips the ball goalwards with his head but it goes wide for a goal kick.
24.40
Billy Booth knocks the ball forward to Stuart Niven. Stuart Niven shoots from distance but slams it into the crowd!
27.53
1-1Stefano Vasari makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Massimo Bedin. Massimo Bedin plays the ball forward to Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
33.08
Kevin Sullivan knocks the ball forward to Billy Booth. Billy Booth plays a quick one-two with Colin Mcinnes and rushes in on goal... Billy Booth comes in from the right and smashes a shot from 11 yards out but it's a lousy effort!
34.36
Craig Matteo threads the ball through to Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler knocks in a cross ball towards Craig Matteo. Craig Matteo finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
38.21
Craig Matteo threads the ball through to Massimo Bedin. Massimo Bedin whips in a cross ball towards Gary Ritchie. Gary Ritchie flicks the ball with his head but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
40.02
Mauricio Pastor hits a low pass to George Wise. George Wise passes the ball forward to Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler shoots from outside the area but it whistles just wide of the post!
42.36
1-1Duncan Caldwell knocks the ball to his team mate, Craig Matteo. Craig Matteo flicks a high pass forward to Massimo Bedin who brings the ball under control. Massimo Bedin whips in a cross ball towards Craig Matteo. Craig Matteo jumps high and flicks the ball with his head but it is tipped over by Neil Hendry.
43.45
1-1Corner kick to Albion Rovers. George Wise plays it out to the edge of the box. Duncan Booth reaches the ball and hoofs it clear.
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Albion Rovers appear unchanged since the first half. Airdrieonians also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Albion Rovers kick off the second half!
49.16
Massimo Bedin controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Gary Ritchie. Gary Ritchie knocks in a cross ball towards Andy Dickov. Andy Dickov fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head. The ball takes a deflection leaving Neil Hendry with no chance!! Goal for Albion Rovers!
54.10
Stefano Vasari flicks a high pass forward. Craig Matteo collects the pass. Craig Matteo knocks the ball to his team mate, Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
57.30
Craig Matteo deftly passes the ball to his team mate, George Wise. George Wise makes a simple pass to Gary Ritchie. Gary Ritchie shoots from outside the area but slams it into the crowd!
59.39
Duncan Booth knocks the ball forward to Billy Booth. Billy Booth deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Colin Mcinnes. Colin Mcinnes shoots from outside the area. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
60.19
2-1Albion Rovers have made 2 substitutions with Gianluca Dalmat replacing Andy Dickov and John McNeill replacing Gary Ritchie .
61.24
Matthias Engels hits a low pass to Stuart Niven. Stuart Niven knocks in a cross ball towards Scott McCoist. Scott McCoist is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
65.55
2-1Craig Matteo hacks Scott McCoist from behind! Craig Matteo is shown the yellow card! Scott McCoist hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
66.43
Gianluca Dalmat flicks a high ball forward to John McNeill who takes it down. John McNeill lofts in a cross ball towards Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler heads the ball goalwards but it's drastically wayward!
69.09
Gary Gemmill passes the ball forward to Scott McCoist. Scott McCoist flicks a high pass forward. Dominic Rae controls it well on his chest. Dominic Rae knocks in a cross ball towards Colin Mcinnes. Colin Mcinnes heads the ball goalwards. Marc Britton didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
72.26
2-1There is some beautiful football being played out on the pitch today.
73.56
Stefano Vasari threads the ball through to Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler makes an attacking run forward. Marc Scheffler knocks in a cross ball towards John McNeill. John McNeill is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it whistles just wide of the post!
75.00
Duncan Caldwell knocks the ball forward to John McNeill. John McNeill kicks a strong pass forward to Gianluca Dalmat. Gianluca Dalmat whips in a cross ball towards Marc Scheffler. Marc Scheffler makes a looping header on goal. Neil Hendry picks it out of the air!
77.51
Albion Rovers have made a substitution with Scott Mccall replacing Duncan Caldwell .
78.58
Stefano Vasari knocks the ball to his team mate, Craig Matteo. Craig Matteo controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Gianluca Dalmat. Gianluca Dalmat plays the ball forward to Marc Scheffler who has made a great run into the box. Marc Scheffler strikes a beautiful left-footed shot at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Albion Rovers!
81.48
Scott McCoist passes the ball forward to Stuart Niven. Stuart Niven whips in a cross ball towards Dominic Rae. Dominic Rae makes a looping header on goal but is denied by Marc Britton. Excellent save.
85.58
Stefano Vasari lofts the ball long. George Wise knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Neil Hendry who gathers it comfortably.
87.34
Matthias Engels darts forward. Matthias Engels shoots from 20 yards but it flies just wide!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
3
1
Shots on Target
5
3
Shots off Target
7
7
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
1
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
57.9%
42.1%
Play Area
30.3%
43.4%
26.3%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Marc Scheffler of Albion Rovers |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Marc Britton (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Stefano Vasari (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Mauricio Pastor (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Hauke Hermann (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Duncan Caldwell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Craig Matteo (MID) |  | 7 |
| 7. | George Wise (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Massimo Bedin (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Marc Scheffler (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 10. | Gary Ritchie (ATT) | | 9 |
| 11. | Andy Dickov (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Gianluca Dalmat (MID) | 7 | |
| 13. | John McNeill (ATT) | 6 | |
| 14. | Scott Mccall (MID) | 6 | |
| 1. | Neil Hendry (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Carlos Lopes (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Matthias Engels (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Duncan Booth (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Gary Gemmill (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Kevin Sullivan (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Billy Booth (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Scott McCoist (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Colin Mcinnes (ATT) | | 8 |
| 10. | Stuart Niven (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Dominic Rae (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Craig Glass (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Colin Mckinlay (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Billy Hutchison (MID) | 0 | |