Match Report
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Match Report
Rain falls steadily from above here at Ochilview Park where Stenhousemuir play host to Ross County. A crowd of 4,571 fill this 5,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Stenhousemuir and Ross County are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Kevin Rae.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Stenhousemuir and Ross County are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Kevin Rae.
0.00
Stenhousemuir get the match underway!
2.20
Andy Inglis makes a probing pass to Scott Matteo. Scott Matteo chips the ball to his team mate, Emile Serrant. Emile Serrant passes the ball forward but Duncan Henderson is offside!
3.22
Craig Booth knocks the ball forward to Billy Matteo. Billy Matteo deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Craig McCoist. Craig McCoist whips in a cross ball towards Alex Liddell. Alex Liddell makes a looping header on goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
12.28
Alex Liddell knocks the ball forward to Duncan Mcallister. Duncan Mcallister knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Gianluigi Negro who gathers it comfortably.
14.11
Andy Inglis sees a break and surges forward. Andy Inglis sees Francisco Lopes in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Francisco Lopes plays a quick one-two with Gavin Ritchie and rushes in on goal... Francisco Lopes shoots from just inside the box. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
15.41
Gavin Greig kicks a strong pass forward to Craig McCoist. Craig McCoist whips in a cross ball towards Duncan Mcallister. Duncan Mcallister makes a deft header but it is shockingly off target!
16.09
Mauricio Rodriguez flicks a high pass forward. Duncan Mcallister controls it well on his chest. Duncan Mcallister controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Billy Matteo. Billy Matteo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
21.06
David Sullivan kicks a strong pass forward to Duncan Morrison. Duncan Morrison kicks a strong pass forward to Richard James. Richard James deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Scott Matteo but the linesman indicates offside!
22.18
Mauricio Rodriguez knocks the ball forward to Alex Liddell. Alex Liddell runs straight at the defence! Alex Liddell takes a shot at goal. Alex Liddell scores for Ross County!!
27.50
Stuart Greig darts forward. Stuart Greig runs straight at the opposition's defence. Stuart Greig sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
30.30
Craig Booth knocks the ball to his team mate, Alexander Eberle. Alexander Eberle threads a neat ball through to Billy Matteo. Billy Matteo finds some space and shoots from distance. Solid save from Gianluigi Negro.
34.21
Matt Glass chips the ball to his team mate, Craig McCoist. Craig McCoist knocks in a cross ball towards Mauricio Rodriguez. Mauricio Rodriguez heads the ball goalwards which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
42.25
Mauricio Rodriguez catches Andy Inglis on the ankles. The referee brings Mauricio Rodriguez to one side and gives him a warning! Andy Inglis gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Stenhousemuir have changed their lineup with Miguel Castro replacing Edoardo Passoni, Arnauld Valois replacing Duncan Morrison and Pier Giovanni Sarti replacing Richard James. Ross County appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Ross County kick off the second half!
47.02
Miguel Castro flicks a high pass forward. Scott Matteo controls it well on his chest. Scott Matteo flicks a high pass forward. Pier Giovanni Sarti holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Pier Giovanni Sarti shoots from 20 yards but it's a lousy effort!
51.47
Gavin Greig knocks the ball forward to Duncan Mcallister. Duncan Mcallister lofts in a cross ball towards Mauricio Rodriguez. Mauricio Rodriguez connects with a diving header but Gianluigi Negro reads it well. Good keeping!
54.24
Arnauld Valois comes in with a late challenge on Craig McCoist. Arnauld Valois is shown the yellow card! Craig McCoist runs off the knock.
61.48
Gavin Greig flicks a high ball forward to Duncan Mcallister who takes it down. Duncan Mcallister plays a scrappy one-two with Billy Matteo and stumbles forward towards the goal... Duncan Mcallister cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal. Good keeping from Gianluigi Negro as he gets his fingers to the ball and pushes it wide.
62.13
Gavin Greig takes the corner, driving a low ball to the near post. Billy Matteo cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
66.13
David Sullivan flicks a high pass forward to Francisco Lopes who brings the ball under control. Francisco Lopes flicks the ball to his team mate, Arnauld Valois. Arnauld Valois knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
69.08
Andy Inglis controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Francisco Lopes. Francisco Lopes knocks the ball forward to Gavin Ritchie but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
71.13
Showing composure, Mauricio Rodriguez laces a weighted ball forward to Duncan Mcallister. Duncan Mcallister shoots from outside the area but it goes wide for a goal kick.
72.26
Mauricio Rodriguez kicks a strong pass forward to Stuart Greig. Stuart Greig takes it forward alone. Stuart Greig knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Miguel Castro.
75.43
Mauricio Rodriguez sees Duncan Mcallister in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Duncan Mcallister knocks in a cross ball towards Billy Matteo. With a superhuman jump, Billy Matteo connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
79.40
Craig McCoist makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Mauricio Rodriguez. Mauricio Rodriguez finds some space and shoots from distance but it flies well off target!
81.14
David Sullivan controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Scott Matteo. Scott Matteo flicks a high pass forward. Arnauld Valois holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Arnauld Valois knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Craig Booth.
85.54
Andy Inglis knocks the ball to his team mate, Scott Matteo. Scott Matteo threads a neat ball through to Pier Giovanni Sarti. Pier Giovanni Sarti tries a spectacular long range effort. Solid save from Craig Morton.
89.37
Scott Matteo flicks a high pass forward. Duncan Henderson holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Duncan Henderson shoots from long range but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
0
4
Shots on Target
1
7
Shots off Target
3
5
Offsides
3
0
Fouls
1
1
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
52.6%
47.4%
Play Area
32.1%
44.9%
23.1%
Scorers
| Alex Liddell 3, 22 Mauricio Rodriguez 34 Billy Matteo 75 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Alex Liddell of Ross County |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Gianluigi Negro (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Edoardo Passoni (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | David Sullivan (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Andy Inglis (DEF) | 7 | |
| 5. | Gavin Ritchie (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Emile Serrant (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Scott Matteo (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Duncan Morrison (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Richard James (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Duncan Henderson (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Francisco Lopes (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Miguel Castro (DEF) | 6 | |
| 13. | Arnauld Valois (DEF) | ![]() | 5 |
| 14. | Pier Giovanni Sarti (MID) | 6 | |
| 1. | Craig Morton (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Craig Booth (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Matt Glass (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Alexander Eberle (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Craig McCoist (MID) | 7 | |
| 6. | Mauricio Rodriguez (MID) | ![]() | 9 |
| 7. | Gavin Greig (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Stuart Greig (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Billy Matteo (ATT) | ![]() | 8 |
| 10. | Duncan Mcallister (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Alex Liddell (ATT) | ![]() ![]() | 9 |
| 12. | Don Campbell (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | David Brady (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Richard McNeill (MID) | 0 | |











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