Match Report
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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Playmobil-Stadion where SpVgg Greuther Fürth play host to FC Nürnberg in this derby match. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both SpVgg Greuther Fürth and FC Nürnberg are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Artur Tavares.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both SpVgg Greuther Fürth and FC Nürnberg are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Artur Tavares.
0.00
0-0SpVgg Greuther Fürth start the game by kicking off the first half!
4.04
0-0Tobias Kirschner deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Nils Raff. Nils Raff knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Harry Maddison.
9.30
1-0Salomon Kurstot surges forward with the ball. Salomon Kurstot darts forward. Salomon Kurstot plays a one-two with Christian Möller and rushes in on goal... Salomon Kurstot strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for SpVgg Greuther Fürth!
12.14
Tobias Kirschner sees a break and surges forward. Tobias Kirschner knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Stephane Beutler who gathers it comfortably.
18.02
Nils Raff hits a low pass to Richard Telfer. Richard Telfer knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
21.32
David Law knocks the ball forward to Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite shoots from 25 yards. It's there!! Rúben Nunez has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
24.12
2-0Showing composure, Leon Bartsch picks a pass forward to Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite whips in a cross ball towards Christian Möller. Christian Möller finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball is well placed but the keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent save!
27.44
Kai Diakite changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Kai Diakite knocks in a cross ball towards Christian Möller. Christian Möller is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Rúben Nunez gathers the ball up comfortably. Nice save!
28.28
Leon Bartsch threads the ball through to David Law. David Law knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
30.21
Harry Maddison chips the ball to his team mate, Leon Bartsch. Leon Bartsch makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Julian Richter. Julian Richter passes the ball forward to Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite tries a spectacular strike. The ball comes in low, but Rúben Nunez easily smothers it!
33.52
Ernesto Velasco makes a simple pass to Christian Möller. Christian Möller knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
34.54
2-0Salomon Kurstot makes a simple pass to David Law. David Law makes a beautiful solo run. David Law whips in a cross ball towards Christian Möller. Christian Möller connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but somehow Niccol˜ Torricelli happens to be in the right place to block it.
38.01
With great vision, Ernesto Velasco plays the ball forward to Roland Mulder. Roland Mulder makes a probing pass to Julian Richter. Julian Richter lofts in a cross ball towards Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite connects with a diving header. The ball strikes Niccol˜ Torricelli's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
39.31
Roland Mulder takes a quick corner, playing it short to Nils Seeler. Nils Seeler muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
40.54
With some swift thinking, David Law plays the ball forward to Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite whips in a cross ball towards Christian Möller. Christian Möller finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but somehow Niccol˜ Torricelli happens to be in the right place to block it.
42.48
3-0Mykhaylo Polyansky comes in with a late challenge on Nils Seeler. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Nils Seeler stretches but gets up unharmed.
44.17
Mykhaylo Polyansky flicks the ball to his team mate, Nenad Bossis. Nenad Bossis brings the ball forward. Nenad Bossis lofts in a cross ball towards Hannes Seifert. Hannes Seifert beats his man to it with a header. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. SpVgg Greuther Fürth appear unchanged since the first half. FC Nürnberg also appear unchanged since the first half. The FC Nürnberg players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The second half starts with FC Nürnberg kicking off!
48.14
3-1Ernesto Velasco flicks a high ball forward to Julian Richter who takes it down. With some swift thinking, Julian Richter plays the ball forward to Kai Diakite. Kai Diakite lofts in a cross ball towards Julian Richter. Julian Richter beats his man to it with a header. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
49.40
Tobias Kirschner makes a simple pass to Jakob Pfeiffer. Jakob Pfeiffer lofts in a cross ball towards Nils Raff. Nils Raff finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. What a cracker!! Stephane Beutler had no chance!! Goal for FC Nürnberg!
57.34
Julian Richter kicks a strong pass forward to Leon Bartsch. Leon Bartsch shoots from distance. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is on top of it. Good keeping!
65.07
3-2Nils Raff chips the ball to his team mate, Jan Buchwald. Jan Buchwald passes the ball forward but Richard Telfer is offside!
71.43
Jan Buchwald sees Duarte Fernandes in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Duarte Fernandes runs straight at the defence! Duarte Fernandes takes a shot at goal but it is tipped over by Stephane Beutler.
72.13
3-2It's a corner kick. Duarte Fernandes kicks a low ball in to towards the near post. Nils Seeler gets to the ball and kicks it upfield to safety.
73.36
Ernesto Velasco flicks a high pass forward. Christian Möller collects the pass. Christian Möller lofts in a cross ball towards Roland Mulder. Roland Mulder knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Great keeping!
79.11
Salomon Kurstot threads a neat ball through to David Law. David Law sees Roland Mulder in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Roland Mulder finds some space and shoots from distance but it whistles just wide of the post!
85.54
Nils Raff makes a simple pass to Richard Telfer. Richard Telfer knocks in a cross ball towards Tobias Kirschner. Tobias Kirschner makes a convincing header. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Beautiful goal!!
89.19
David Law flicks a high pass forward. Kai Diakite holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Kai Diakite chips the ball to his team mate, Nils Seeler. Some world-class footwork from Nils Seeler provides some space. He rifles a shot at goal but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
90.00
Mykhaylo Polyansky flicks a high ball forward to Duarte Fernandes who takes it down. With great vision, Duarte Fernandes plays the ball forward to Richard Telfer. Richard Telfer shoots from 20 yards but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
3
3
Shots on Target
11
4
Shots off Target
3
1
Offsides
0
1
Fouls
0
1
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
63.9%
36.1%
Play Area
26.4%
41.7%
31.9%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Salomon Kurstot of SpVgg Greuther Fürth |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Stephane Beutler (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Ernesto Velasco (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Harry Maddison (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Salomon Kurstot (DEF) |  | 9 |
| 5. | Leon Bartsch (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Julian Richter (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Roland Mulder (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | David Law (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Kai Diakite (ATT) | | 9 |
| 10. | Christian Möller (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Nils Seeler (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Steven Stam (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Bakary Netzer (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Lars Turek (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Rúben Nunez (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Niccol˜ Torricelli (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Nenad Bossis (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Mykhaylo Polyansky (DEF) |  | 6 |
| 5. | Jan Buchwald (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Tobias Kirschner (MID) | | 8 |
| 7. | Nils Raff (MID) | | 8 |
| 8. | Duarte Fernandes (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Hannes Seifert (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Richard Telfer (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Jakob Pfeiffer (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Vincenzo Hanke (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Brenny Meeuwis (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Johnny Westerveld (ATT) | 0 | |