Match Report
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Somerset Park where Ayr United play host to Inverness Caledonian Thistle. A crowd of 13,774 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Ayr United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Inverness Caledonian Thistle appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Billy Matteo.
The pitch is in good condition.
Ayr United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Inverness Caledonian Thistle appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Billy Matteo.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Inverness Caledonian Thistle kick off!
2.29
0-0Emilio Bustamante makes a probing pass to Gianfranco Zanetti. Gianfranco Zanetti plays the ball forward to Carlton Brand. Carlton Brand knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Matt Hopkin.
6.21
0-0David Burley barges into Craig Mccall. The referee warns David Burley to calm down! Craig Mccall gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
9.39
0-0Stuart Johnstone catches Emmanuel Nwakire on the ankles. Stuart Johnstone is given a warning by the referee! Emmanuel Nwakire stretches but gets up unharmed.
12.09
0-0Emilio Bustamante knocks the ball forward to Marcus Charlton. Marcus Charlton sees space and advances. Marcus Charlton threads the ball through to Emmanuel Nwakire but he's offside!
15.13
0-0Gavin Rae knocks the ball forward to David Burley. David Burley shoots from 20 yards. Solid save from Andy McStay.
18.57
0-0Marcus Charlton flicks the ball to his team mate, Pablo Ponce. Pablo Ponce knocks in a cross ball towards Gianfranco Zanetti. Gianfranco Zanetti rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The shot is on target but blocked by Scott Booth. That should have been a goal!
20.54
1-0Pierre Mbamba knocks the ball forward to Emmanuel Nwakire. Emmanuel Nwakire hits a low pass to Carlton Brand. Carlton Brand tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
26.03
Emilio Bustamante passes the ball forward to Emmanuel Nwakire. Emmanuel Nwakire flicks a high pass forward. Gianfranco Zanetti easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Gianfranco Zanetti whips in a cross ball towards Pablo Ponce. Pablo Ponce connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but is denied by Scott Booth. Excellent block.
28.43
Garry Mcallister deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Neil Matteo. Neil Matteo plays a scrappy one-two with John Mason and advances towards the goal... Some silky footwork from Neil Matteo provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. Good keeping from Andy McStay as he gets his fingers to the ball and pushes it wide.
29.03
1-0Corner kick to Inverness Caledonian Thistle. Gavin Rae plays it short to Garry Mcallister. Garry Mcallister deftly flicks the ball on. Some silky footwork from John Mason provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal but it curls horrendously wide!
32.36
Craig Mccall makes an attacking run forward. Craig Mccall lofts in a cross ball towards Gianfranco Zanetti. Gianfranco Zanetti rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
36.58
Scott Booth threads a neat ball through to Matt Hopkin. Matt Hopkin chips the ball to his team mate, Felice Biagioni. Felice Biagioni finds some space and shoots from distance. Andy McStay gets down and covers it.
39.00
Neil Matteo hits a low pass to Felice Biagioni. Felice Biagioni passes the ball forward but Neil Matteo is offside!
40.26
David Burley makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Felice Biagioni. Felice Biagioni controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Magnificent save by Andy McStay!
42.38
2-0Stuart Johnstone passes the ball forward to David Burley. David Burley threads a neat ball through to Neil Matteo. Neil Matteo shoots from long range. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Ayr United appear unchanged since the first half. Inverness Caledonian Thistle also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Ayr United kick off the second half!
47.04
Matt Hopkin sees John Mason in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. John Mason plays a one-two with Felice Biagioni and rushes in on goal... John Mason strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
57.59
Garry Mcallister barges into Marcus Charlton. Garry Mcallister is warned by the referee! Marcus Charlton stretches but gets up unharmed.
59.58
Marcus Charlton flicks a high ball forward to Carlton Brand who takes it down. Carlton Brand advances inside the box! Carlton Brand looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Ayr United!
66.11
Emmanuel Nwakire passes the ball forward to Marcus Charlton. Marcus Charlton makes a probing pass to Carlton Brand but he's offside!
67.58
Craig Mccall surges forward with the ball. Craig Mccall plays a scrappy one-two with Emmanuel Nwakire and advances towards the goal... Some superb footwork from Craig Mccall provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. Craig Mccall scores for Ayr United!!
72.41
4-1Matt Hopkin kicks a strong pass forward to Matt Brady. Matt Brady kicks a strong pass forward to Felice Biagioni. Felice Biagioni knocks in a cross ball towards Matt Brady. Emilio Bustamante hacks Matt Brady from behind! Matt Brady appeals for a penalty! The referee just ignores him!!
73.33
Emmanuel Nwakire brings the ball forward. Emmanuel Nwakire knocks in a cross ball towards Carlton Brand. Carlton Brand makes a looping header on goal. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Carlton Brand! That's his third!
77.13
Scott Booth passes the ball forward to Stuart Johnstone. Stuart Johnstone brings the ball forward. Stuart Johnstone controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
83.02
Emmanuel Nwakire makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Craig Mccall. With a delightful solo run, Craig Mccall stretches the opposition's defence. Craig Mccall sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it flies just off target!
85.31
Marcus Charlton deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Pablo Ponce. Pablo Ponce shoots from outside the area. The ball comes in low, but Guillermo Moreno smothers it!
87.12
Stuart Johnstone barges into Emmanuel Nwakire. Stuart Johnstone is given another warning by the referee! Emmanuel Nwakire stretches but gets up unharmed.
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!
Match Statistics
Goals
5
2
Shots on Target
8
6
Shots off Target
1
2
Offsides
2
1
Fouls
0
4
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
55.2%
44.8%
Play Area
22.4%
47.8%
29.9%
Scorers
| Carlton Brand 21, 60, 73 Gianfranco Zanetti 32 Craig Mccall 68 | John Mason 47 Stuart Johnstone 77 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Carlton Brand of Ayr United |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Andy McStay (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Pierre Mbamba (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Craig Collins (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Emilio Bustamante (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Alpay Abdullah (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Emmanuel Nwakire (MID) | 8 | |
| 7. | Craig Mccall (MID) |  | 8 |
| 8. | Marcus Charlton (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Gianfranco Zanetti (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Pablo Ponce (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Carlton Brand (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Alex Campbell (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Magnus Moukoko (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Maksym Valeev (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Guillermo Moreno (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Scott Booth (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Matt Hopkin (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Stuart Johnstone (DEF) | | 7 |
| 5. | Garry Mcallister (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Matt Brady (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | David Burley (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Gavin Rae (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | John Mason (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Neil Matteo (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Felice Biagioni (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Billy Davidson (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Gavin Niven (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Guido Ambrosino (DEF) | 0 | |