Match Report
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Match Report
It is a thoroughly wet and miserable day here at Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán where Sevilla FC play host to Rayo Vallecano. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Sevilla FC and Rayo Vallecano are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Pedro Cano.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Sevilla FC and Rayo Vallecano are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Pedro Cano.
0.00
0-0Sevilla FC kick off the first half!
3.52
0-0Samuel Vieira knocks the ball forward to Phil Ball. Phil Ball plays a scrappy one-two with Roberto Vega and advances towards the goal... Some good footwork from Phil Ball provides some space. He shoots at goal but it's well over the bar!
12.21
0-0James Bruneau deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Peter Rommedahl. Peter Rommedahl lofts in a cross ball towards Farid Maddour. Farid Maddour shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball is well placed but the keeper is more than a match for it. Well saved!
14.01
15.08
0-0Oscar Castaneda deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Matt James. Matt James knocks the ball forward to Sol Lawton. Sol Lawton knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Kaba Luccin.
16.08
Frederico Teixeira threads a neat ball through to Darren Power. Darren Power sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
24.04
James Bruneau threads a neat ball through to Gabriel Marquez. Gabriel Marquez knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Bruno Santos who gathers it comfortably.
26.21
0-0Liam Gordon hits a low pass to Phil Ball. Phil Ball knocks in a cross ball towards Kevin Gemmell. Kevin Gemmell fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head. The ball strikes Oscar Castaneda's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
27.03
0-0Liam Gordon takes a short corner kick, passing the ball to Darren Power. Darren Power knocks the ball into the box. Kaba Luccin shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it is miles over!
28.36
0-0Peter Rommedahl clumsily knocks into Roberto Vega. The referee brings Peter Rommedahl to one side and gives him a warning! Roberto Vega carries on, but is struggling a bit.
30.05
0-0Younès Boulmerka sees Gabriel Marquez in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Gabriel Marquez makes a simple pass to James Bruneau. James Bruneau passes the ball forward but Leandro Cabezas is offside!
38.27
1-0Younès Boulmerka plays the ball forward to Gabriel Marquez. Gabriel Marquez flicks a high pass forward. Sol Lawton comfortably collects the pass. Sol Lawton lofts in a cross ball towards Gabriel Marquez. Gabriel Marquez makes a convincing header. What a cracker!! Bruno Santos had no chance!! Goal for Sevilla FC!
45.00
Younès Boulmerka makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Matt James. Matt James flicks a high pass forward to Farid Maddour who brings the ball under control. Farid Maddour knocks in a cross ball towards Leandro Cabezas. Leandro Cabezas is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Sevilla FC appear unchanged since the first half. Rayo Vallecano also appear unchanged since the first half. The Rayo Vallecano players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Rayo Vallecano start the second half!
51.03
Frederico Teixeira plays the ball forward to Darren Power. Darren Power knocks in a cross ball towards Kevin Gemmell. Kevin Gemmell connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
54.58
Peter Rommedahl knocks the ball to his team mate, Farid Maddour. Farid Maddour knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Bruno Santos who gathers it comfortably.
57.12
Roberto Vega flicks a high pass forward. Darren Power easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Darren Power shoots from 20 yards but it flies just wide!
60.09
Samuel Vieira hacks Gabriel Marquez from behind! The referee calls over Samuel Vieira and shows him a yellow card! Gabriel Marquez carries on, but is struggling a bit.
63.00
2-1Sol Lawton hacks Kaba Luccin from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Kaba Luccin hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
65.45
Roberto Vega threads a neat ball through to Darren Power. Darren Power whips in a cross ball towards Stan Beagrie. With a superhuman jump, Stan Beagrie connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it flies well off target!
67.04
2-1Oscar Castaneda hacks Liam Gordon from behind! The referee brings Oscar Castaneda to one side and gives him a warning! Liam Gordon runs off the knock.
72.55
Rafael Nunez deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Phil Ball. Phil Ball makes a beautiful solo run. Phil Ball knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Oscar Castaneda.
75.16
James Bruneau controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Sol Lawton. Sol Lawton knocks in a cross ball towards Farid Maddour. Farid Maddour outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward but it flies just off target!
77.18
2-1Rayo Vallecano have made 2 substitutions with Gabriel Ibanez replacing Darren Power and Enrique Pichichi replacing Roberto Vega .
78.21
Samuel Vieira makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Liam Gordon. Liam Gordon knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by James Bruneau.
79.36
Liam Gordon surges forward with the ball. Liam Gordon finds some space and shoots from distance. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
83.18
Matt James hits a low pass to Leandro Cabezas. Leandro Cabezas cuts inside the box! Leandro Cabezas tries a spectacular strike. The ball ricochets off Samuel Vieira and flashes wide of the far post.
84.05
Corner kick to Sevilla FC. Matt James plays it to the far post. Some world-class footwork from Younès Boulmerka provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
85.32
Farid Maddour makes a simple pass to Sol Lawton. Sol Lawton rushes past Samuel Vieira! Sol Lawton rockets a shot on goal but is denied by Bruno Santos. Excellent save.
89.47
Komian Carotti controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Matt James. Matt James flicks the ball to his team mate, Gabriel Marquez. Gabriel Marquez rushes past Kaba Luccin! Gabriel Marquez tries a spectacular strike but he balloons it over the crossbar!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
5
2
Shots off Target
3
7
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
3
1
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
63.6%
36.4%
Play Area
27.3%
45.5%
27.3%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Gabriel Marquez of Sevilla FC |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Frederico Marquitos (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Komian Carotti (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Oscar Castaneda (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Younès Boulmerka (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Matt James (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Peter Rommedahl (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Gabriel Marquez (MID) |  | 9 |
| 8. | James Bruneau (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Sol Lawton (ATT) |  | 7 |
| 10. | Leandro Cabezas (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Farid Maddour (ATT) | 8 | |
| 12. | Roberto Soler (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Vincenzo Welter (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Adrian Smaino (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Bruno Santos (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Samuel Vieira (DEF) | | 6 |
| 3. | Rafael Nunez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Kaba Luccin (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Frederico Teixeira (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Liam Gordon (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Phil Ball (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Roberto Vega (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Kevin Gemmell (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Stan Beagrie (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Darren Power (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Jose Andres (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Enrique Pichichi (MID) | 6 | |
| 14. | Gabriel Ibanez (ATT) | 6 | |