Match Report
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at AWD-Arena where Hannover 96 play host to FC Energie Cottbus. A crowd of 19,231 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Hannover 96 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Energie Cottbus appear to be shaped for 3-5-2.
Today's match is refereed by Oliver Schramm.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Hannover 96 are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Energie Cottbus appear to be shaped for 3-5-2.
Today's match is refereed by Oliver Schramm.
0.00
0-0Hannover 96 start the match!
4.26
0-0Alexandre Ramos passes the ball forward to Philipp Birnbaum. Philipp Birnbaum knocks in a cross ball towards Juan-Carlos Montero. Juan-Carlos Montero rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Ricardo Gomes picks it out of the air!
8.11
0-0Cristiano Valente makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele shoots from outside the area but it's well over the bar!
10.42
0-0Marcel Busse flicks a high pass forward. Christian Thiele holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Christian Thiele knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Gaspar Nascimento.
12.52
0-0Juan-Carlos Montero catches Graham Bridges on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Graham Bridges grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
15.31
Alexander Stiepermann knocks the ball to his team mate, Denny Van Der Sar. Denny Van Der Sar controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
16.05
Ruel Rodgers deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Alexander Stiepermann. Alexander Stiepermann makes an attacking run forward. Alexander Stiepermann threads a neat, attacking ball through to Juan-Carlos Montero. Juan-Carlos Montero cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal. It curls slightly but Ricardo Gomes manages to gather it.
26.04
Ruben Martins takes a quick throw-in, lobbing the ball to the feet of Alejandro Carmona. Alejandro Carmona makes a beautiful solo run. Alejandro Carmona shoots from outside the area but it flies just wide!
30.20
Ruel Rodgers flicks the ball to his team mate, Alexandre Ramos. Alexandre Ramos threads a neat ball through to Juan-Carlos Montero. Juan-Carlos Montero lofts in a cross ball towards Jimmy Arveladze. Jimmy Arveladze makes a deft header but it whistles just wide of the post!
33.02
Glynn Wilcox kicks a strong pass forward to Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele knocks the ball to his team mate, Juan Garrido. Juan Garrido knocks in a cross ball towards Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The keeper is on top of it. Superb keeping!
34.03
Glynn Wilcox controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Cristiano Valente. Cristiano Valente runs straight at the opposition's defence. Cristiano Valente knocks in a cross ball towards Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head but Torsten Borchard is on top of it.
36.39
Ruel Rodgers flicks a high ball forward to Denny Van Der Sar who gracefully takes it down. Denny Van Der Sar sees a break and surges forward. Denny Van Der Sar whips in a cross ball towards Juan-Carlos Montero. Juan-Carlos Montero connects with a diving header. It's miles wide!
39.33
Alejandro Carmona makes a simple pass to Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Darl Lambers.
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Hannover 96 appear unchanged since the first half. FC Energie Cottbus also appear unchanged since the first half. The FC Energie Cottbus players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
FC Energie Cottbus kick off and get the second half underway!
48.08
Graham Bridges flicks a high ball forward to Glynn Wilcox who takes it down. Glynn Wilcox kicks a strong pass forward to Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele plays a one-two with Marcel Busse and rushes in on goal... Christian Thiele shoots from just inside the box. Fantastic reaction save from Torsten Borchard!
49.51
0-1Ruben Martins plays the ball forward to Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele shoots from 20 yards. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Christian Thiele!
54.32
0-1Glynn Wilcox knocks the ball to his team mate, Christian Thiele. Christian Thiele knocks in a cross ball towards Marcel Busse. Marcel Busse connects with a diving header. The ball is well placed but Darl Lambers blocks the shot and clears the ball up field!
55.08
Gavin Morrison makes a simple pass to Marcel Busse. Marcel Busse controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but is denied by Torsten Borchard. Excellent save.
57.44
Gavin Morrison decides to run forward with the ball. Gavin Morrison lofts in a cross ball towards Cristiano Valente. Cristiano Valente gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but it flies wide!
60.27
0-1FC Energie Cottbus have made a substitution with Richard Morton replacing Christian Thiele .
61.30
Julian Beck sees a break and surges forward. Julian Beck runs straight at the defence! Julian Beck muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. The ball strikes Graham Bridges's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
62.03
0-1Corner kick to Hannover 96. Julian Beck chips it to the near post. Ricardo Gomes scrambles forward, punching the ball out to safety!
63.07
Gavin Morrison sees Juan Garrido in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Juan Garrido knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Gaspar Nascimento.
65.13
Philipp Birnbaum receives the ball from a throw-in from Alexandre Ramos. Philipp Birnbaum chips the ball to his team mate, Jimmy Arveladze. Jimmy Arveladze shoots from outside the area. What a cracker!! Ricardo Gomes had no chance!! Goal for Hannover 96!
69.15
Alexandre Ramos sees Philipp Birnbaum in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Philipp Birnbaum knocks in a cross ball towards Juan-Carlos Montero. Juan-Carlos Montero flicks the ball with his head but Ricardo Gomes is on top of it.
71.38
1-1Ruel Rodgers barges into Marcel Busse. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Marcel Busse hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
72.33
Gavin Morrison knocks the ball to his team mate, Marcel Busse. Marcel Busse shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Torsten Borchard!
75.02
Jean Deguerville flicks a high ball forward to Cristiano Valente who takes it down. Cristiano Valente knocks in a cross ball towards Jean Deguerville. Jean Deguerville finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but Torsten Borchard reads it well. He makes it look easy!
77.09
Juan Garrido kicks a strong pass forward to Marcel Busse. Marcel Busse lofts in a cross ball towards Gavin Morrison. Gavin Morrison whips the ball goalwards with his head but it's a lousy effort!
78.16
Glynn Wilcox threads a neat ball through to Jean Deguerville. Jean Deguerville flicks the ball to his team mate, Richard Morton. Richard Morton sees Jean Deguerville just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Jean Deguerville shoots from just inside the box but Torsten Borchard reads it well. Excellent keeping!
79.19
Alejandro Carmona makes a probing pass to Juan Garrido. Juan Garrido threads a neat ball through to Cristiano Valente. Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Cristiano Valente provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it's a woeful effort!
81.17
1-1FC Energie Cottbus are dictating the run of play here today.
87.25
Ruel Rodgers flicks a high pass forward to Gaspar Nascimento who brings the ball under control. Gaspar Nascimento chips the ball to his team mate, Alexander Stiepermann. Alexander Stiepermann knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Ricardo Gomes who gathers it comfortably.
90.00
Gavin Morrison flicks a high pass forward. Marcel Busse controls it well on his chest. Marcel Busse lofts in a cross ball towards Richard Morton. Richard Morton whips the ball goalwards with his head. Solid save from Torsten Borchard.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
5
10
Shots off Target
3
5
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
2
0
Yellow Cards
2
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
39.6%
60.4%
Play Area
35.2%
39.6%
25.3%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Christian Thiele of FC Energie Cottbus |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Torsten Borchard (GK) | 9 | |
| 2. | Darl Lambers (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Ruel Rodgers (DEF) |  | 6 |
| 4. | Gaspar Nascimento (DEF) | 7 | |
| 5. | Alexandre Ramos (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Denny Van Der Sar (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Alexander Stiepermann (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Julian Beck (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Juan-Carlos Montero (ATT) | | 6 |
| 10. | Jimmy Arveladze (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 11. | Philipp Birnbaum (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Anthony Kanu (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Evans Carnasciali (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Jorge Faria (GK) | 0 | |
| 1. | Ricardo Gomes (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Graham Bridges (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Glynn Wilcox (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Ruben Martins (DEF) | 7 | |
| 5. | Cristiano Valente (MID) | 7 | |
| 6. | Gavin Morrison (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Juan Garrido (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Jean Deguerville (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Alejandro Carmona (MID) | 7 | |
| 10. | Marcel Busse (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Christian Thiele (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Richard Morton (ATT) | 6 | |
| 13. | Niccolo Harrison (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Roberto Butragueno (ATT) | 0 | |