Match Report


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Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at TATA Steel Stadion where Telstar Velsen play host to AZ 67 Alkmaar. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Telstar Velsen are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while AZ 67 Alkmaar appear to be shaped for 4-2-3-1.
Today's match is refereed by Kevin Quansah.


0.00
AZ 67 Alkmaar kick off and get the first half underway!
6.41
Leonardo Ramirez kicks a strong pass forward to Rob de Boer. Rob de Boer knocks in a cross ball towards Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The ball strikes Ferdinando Bellotto's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
7.10
Leonardo Ramirez takes a short corner kick, passing the ball to Clarence Arts. Clarence Arts chests the ball down and with a fluid motion, flicks the ball across into the box. Wilco Cruyff reaches the ball and heads it out of the danger area!
8.39
Leonardo Ramirez hacks Ernesto Roman from behind! Leonardo Ramirez is given a warning by the referee! Ernesto Roman stretches but gets up unharmed.
12.19
Ernesto Roman makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Miguel Bravo. Miguel Bravo makes a probing pass to Vitor Gomes but he's offside!
14.20
Alejandro Galadames chips the ball to his team mate, Leonardo Ramirez. Leonardo Ramirez lofts in a cross ball towards Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
15.44
Wilco Cruyff takes it forward alone. Wilco Cruyff flicks a high pass forward. Miguel Bravo collects the pass. Miguel Bravo makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Raimond Heesakkers but he's offside!
16.28
Vitor Gomes flicks the ball to his team mate, Miguel Bravo. Miguel Bravo lofts in a cross ball towards Raimond Heesakkers. Raimond Heesakkers whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Telstar Velsen!
21.36
Duncan Matteo catches Ferdinando Bellotto on the ankles. Duncan Matteo is shown the yellow card! Ferdinando Bellotto hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
22.40
Ernesto Roman flicks a high pass forward. Frederico Mora controls it well on his chest. Frederico Mora skips past Duncan Booth! Frederico Mora looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal but it is deflected wide by Duncan Booth.
23.48
Ernesto Roman takes the corner kick, swinging the ball out wide. Duncan Booth reaches the ball and heads it out of the danger area!
24.26
Duncan Booth makes a strong solo run forward. Showing fabulous composure, Duncan Booth plays the ball forward to Clarence Arts. Clarence Arts lofts in a cross ball towards Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo powers a header at goal. Marvin Van Halst didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
26.49
With a delightful solo run, Leonardo Ramirez stretches the opposition's defence. Leonardo Ramirez deftly passes the ball to Sieb Babangida, releasing him through on goal. Sieb Babangida shoots from just inside the box. Solid save from Marvin Van Halst. What a great pair of hands!
32.19
Rodrigue Wolsky deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Leonardo Ramirez. Leonardo Ramirez threads a neat ball through to Sieb Babangida. Sieb Babangida makes a probing pass to Duncan Matteo but he's offside!
33.14
Valerio Cala Campana kicks a strong pass forward to Frederico Mora. Frederico Mora plays a one-two with Miguel Bravo and rushes in on goal... Some awkward footwork from Frederico Mora provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. What a cracker!! Adrian Vela had no chance!! Goal for Telstar Velsen!
39.04
Leonardo Ramirez flicks the ball to his team mate, Alejandro Galadames. Alejandro Galadames lofts in a cross ball towards Clarence Arts. Clarence Arts powers a header at goal. Marvin Van Halst gathers the ball up comfortably. Excellent save!
42.58
Valerio Cala Campana knocks the ball to his team mate, Miguel Bravo. Miguel Bravo deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Frederico Mora but the linesman indicates offside!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!

Both teams emerge for the second half. Telstar Velsen appear unchanged since the first half. AZ 67 Alkmaar also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
The whistle blows and Telstar Velsen kick off!
47.55
Vitor Gomes passes the ball forward to Valerio Cala Campana. Valerio Cala Campana finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball comes in low, but Adrian Vela smothers it!
48.04
Leonardo Ramirez sees Rob de Boer in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Rob de Boer lofts in a cross ball towards Alejandro Galadames. Alejandro Galadames rises majestically and gets a header on goal. What a cracker!! Marvin Van Halst had no chance!! Goal for AZ 67 Alkmaar!
51.36
Leonardo Ramirez threads a neat ball through to Rob de Boer. Rob de Boer whips in a cross ball towards Leonardo Ramirez. Leonardo Ramirez whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
55.46
Leonardo Ramirez takes the throw-in. Duncan Booth flicks a high pass forward. Sieb Babangida controls it well on his chest. Sieb Babangida whips in a cross ball towards Clarence Arts. With a superhuman jump, Clarence Arts connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. Solid save from Marvin Van Halst. What a great pair of hands!
57.42
Leonardo Ramirez controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Sieb Babangida. Sieb Babangida flicks the ball to his team mate, Clarence Arts. Clarence Arts shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it flies just wide!
59.25
Alejandro Galadames clumsily knocks into Gionatha Di Salvatore. The referee calls over Alejandro Galadames and shows him a yellow card! Gionatha Di Salvatore stretches but gets up unharmed.
60.07
Ferdinando Bellotto threads a neat ball through to Ernesto Roman. Ernesto Roman plays the ball forward to Valerio Cala Campana. Valerio Cala Campana shoots from long range but it slams into the crowd!
61.04
Ernesto Roman barges into Leonardo Ramirez. Ernesto Roman is warned by the referee! Leonardo Ramirez gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
63.40
Gionatha Di Salvatore flicks a high pass forward to Wilco Cruyff who brings the ball under control. Wilco Cruyff surges forward with the ball. Wilco Cruyff plays a one-two with Ernesto Roman and advances towards the goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Wilco Cruyff provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Telstar Velsen!
66.29
Leonardo Ramirez makes an attacking run forward. Leonardo Ramirez knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Marvin Van Halst who gathers it comfortably.
69.26
Duncan Booth advances with the ball. Duncan Booth controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Rob de Boer. Rob de Boer shoots from outside the area but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
73.02
Ernesto Roman kicks a strong pass forward to Frederico Mora. Frederico Mora finds some space and shoots from distance. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
78.03
Leonardo Ramirez runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Leonardo Ramirez threads the ball through to Duncan Matteo but he's offside!
83.03
Vitor Gomes flicks a high pass forward. Frederico Mora collects the pass. Frederico Mora knocks in a cross ball towards Miguel Bravo. Alex McStay barges into Miguel Bravo. Penalty not given!!
84.58
Valerio Cala Campana flicks a high pass forward to Vitor Gomes who brings the ball under control. Vitor Gomes knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Bryan Vrede.
87.51
With a delightful solo run, Alejandro Galadames stretches the opposition's defence. Alejandro Galadames knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Ronnie Arts.
89.21
Leonardo Ramirez threads the ball through to Clarence Arts. Clarence Arts lofts in a cross ball towards Alejandro Galadames. Alejandro Galadames rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Marvin Van Halst didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!

Match Statistics
Goals
3
2
Shots on Target
5
8
Shots off Target
2
3
Offsides
3
2
Fouls
1
3
Yellow Cards
0
2
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
53.1%
46.9%
Play Area
29.6%
45.7%
24.7%


Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Leonardo Ramirez of AZ 67 Alkmaar

Match Ratings