Match Report
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Tynecastle where Heart of Midlothian play host to Dundee United. A crowd of 11,383 fill this 14,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Heart of Midlothian are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Dundee United appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Matt Law.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Heart of Midlothian are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Dundee United appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Matt Law.
0.00
0-0Dundee United kick off and get the first half underway!
2.32
0-0Alex Mcinnes threads a neat ball through to Colin Caldwell. Colin Caldwell runs straight at the defence! Colin Caldwell makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
3.41
0-0David Mckinlay passes the ball forward to Alan Vickers. Alan Vickers knocks the ball forward to Steve Potts. Steve Potts knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Don Souness who gathers it comfortably.
4.03
0-0Steve Potts threads the ball through to Fred van Vliet. Fred van Vliet knocks in a cross ball towards Matt Greig. Matt Greig gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but is denied by Don Souness. Excellent save.
8.07
0-0Stephen Mcallister hacks Colin Caldwell from behind! The referee calls over Stephen Mcallister and shows him a yellow card! Colin Caldwell hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
9.23
Garry Morrison knocks the ball to his team mate, Tim Dichio. Tim Dichio flicks the ball to his team mate, Kevin Hopkin. Kevin Hopkin controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Magnificent save by Martino Quaglia!
14.06
0-0Nick Fletcher catches Stephane Pinna on the ankles. The referee brings Nick Fletcher to one side and gives him a warning! Stephane Pinna hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.45
0-0Without breaking stride, Alex Ritchie plays the ball forward to Steve Potts. Steve Potts knocks in a cross ball towards Matt Greig. Matt Greig gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball strikes Andy Cleland's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
17.27
0-0Corner kick to Heart of Midlothian. Alan Vickers plays it to the near post. Some good footwork from Sebastian Kühn provides some space. He shoots at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
18.56
Nick Fletcher flicks a high pass forward. Alan Vickers controls it well on his chest. Alan Vickers makes a simple pass to Fred van Vliet. Fred van Vliet shoots from 25 yards but it goes wide for a goal kick.
22.42
Nick Fletcher deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Stephen Mcallister. Stephen Mcallister makes a probing pass to Matt Greig. Matt Greig whips in a cross ball towards Sebastian Kühn. Sebastian Kühn makes a looping header on goal. Don Souness gathers the ball up comfortably. Top class keeping!
30.28
Alex Mcinnes flicks the ball to his team mate, Nick Greening. Nick Greening plays a scrappy one-two with Alex Mcinnes and advances towards the goal... Nick Greening comes through the middle and smashes a shot from 11 yards out. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
33.29
Garry Morrison knocks the ball forward to Scott Henderson. Scott Henderson runs straight at the opposition's defence. Scott Henderson knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Stephen Mcallister.
34.48
Alex Ritchie flicks a high pass forward. Steve Potts controls it well on his chest. Steve Potts shoots from 25 yards. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
40.07
0-0Nick Fletcher controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Alex Ritchie. Alex Ritchie deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Sebastian Kühn. Sebastian Kühn kicks a strong pass forward to Steve Potts but the referee indicates it's offside!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Heart of Midlothian appear unchanged since the first half. Dundee United also appear unchanged since the first half. The Dundee United players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and Heart of Midlothian kick off!
53.50
Garry Morrison flicks a high pass forward. Kevin Hopkin controls it well on his chest. Kevin Hopkin kicks a strong pass forward to Nick Greening. Nick Greening controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it is tipped over by Martino Quaglia.
55.08
0-0Alex Mcinnes takes a quick corner, playing it short to Andy Cleland. Andy Cleland deftly flicks the ball on. Sebastian Kühn reaches the ball and heads it out of the danger area!
59.05
Alan Vickers flicks a high pass forward. Fred van Vliet holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Fred van Vliet knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
60.59
0-0Dundee United have made a substitution with Craig Souness replacing Alex Mcinnes .
61.63
Stephen Mcallister threads the ball through to Alex Ritchie. Alex Ritchie kicks a strong pass forward to Matt Greig. Matt Greig shoots from outside the area but it's drastically wayward!
66.36
Stephen Mcallister makes a probing pass to Sebastian Kühn. Sebastian Kühn knocks in a cross ball towards Alex Ritchie. Alex Ritchie rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it flies just wide!
67.07
Craig Souness comes in with a late challenge on David Mckinlay. The referee warns Craig Souness to calm down! David Mckinlay stretches but gets up unharmed.
75.32
Scott Henderson brings the ball forward. Scott Henderson puts a great ball through. Stephane Pinna runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
77.25
David Mckinlay controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Alex Ritchie. Alex Ritchie kicks a strong pass forward to Alan Vickers. Alan Vickers makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Sebastian Kühn but he's offside!
78.29
Stephen Mcallister threads a neat ball through to Alan Vickers. Alan Vickers flicks a high pass forward to Steve Potts who brings the ball under control. Steve Potts whips in a cross ball towards Alan Vickers. Alan Vickers beats his man to it with a header. It's miles wide!
83.16
Alan Vickers chips the ball to his team mate, Steve Potts. Steve Potts whips in a cross ball towards Sebastian Kühn. Sebastian Kühn jumps high and flicks the ball with his head but Don Souness is on top of it.
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
0
0
Shots on Target
4
2
Shots off Target
6
2
Offsides
2
2
Fouls
2
1
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
60.5%
39.5%
Play Area
35.5%
40.8%
23.7%
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to David Mckinlay of Heart of Midlothian |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Martino Quaglia (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Adelmajid Boutabout (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | David Mckinlay (DEF) | 9 | |
| 4. | Stephen Mcallister (DEF) |  | 6 |
| 5. | Nick Fletcher (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Alan Vickers (MID) | 8 | |
| 7. | Alex Ritchie (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Matt Greig (ATT) | 6 | |
| 9. | Fred van Vliet (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Sebastian Kühn (ATT) | 8 | |
| 11. | Steve Potts (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Gerhard Töpfer (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Wayne Evans (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Bert Geerinckx (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Don Souness (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Garry Morrison (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Andy Cleland (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Tim Dichio (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Scott Henderson (MID) | 7 | |
| 6. | Kevin Hopkin (MID) | 8 | |
| 7. | Alex Mcinnes (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Nick Greening (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Kevin Hopkin (ATT) | 7 | |
| 10. | Stephane Pinna (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Colin Caldwell (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Garry Morrison (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Craig Souness (MID) | 5 | |
| 14. | Gavin Marr (ATT) | 0 | |