Match Report
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Match Report
Snow falls gently from the overcast sky here at Old Trafford where Manchester United play host to Queens Park Rangers. A crowd of 10,013 fill this 10,500 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Manchester United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Queens Park Rangers appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jacob Barry.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Manchester United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Queens Park Rangers appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jacob Barry.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Manchester United get the match underway!
4.16
0-0Stephen Gemmell flicks a high pass forward. Raul Ambrosetti holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Raul Ambrosetti makes a probing pass to Tim Anderton. Tim Anderton shoots from 20 yards but it slams into the crowd!
6.33
0-0Aaron Lisbie runs forward with the ball. Aaron Lisbie flicks a high pass forward to Giampaolo Ambrosino who brings the ball under control. Giampaolo Ambrosino knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Fredrik Rankin.
9.53
0-0Sven Ouindi sees a break and surges forward. Sven Ouindi makes a probing pass to George Sherwood. George Sherwood knocks the ball beyond the defensive line but Giampaolo Ambrosino is offside!
10.10
With great vision, Raul Ambrosetti plays the ball forward to Tim Anderton. Tim Anderton knocks in a cross ball towards Giampaolo Ambrosino. Giampaolo Ambrosino connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
12.33
Aaron Lisbie lofts the ball long. Tim Anderton knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Duncan Greig.
20.08
0-0Raul Ambrosetti takes a quick throw-in. Aaron Lisbie passes the ball forward to Tim Anderton. Tim Anderton sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Solid save from Luke Monk.
22.18
Aaron Lisbie threads a neat ball through to Raul Ambrosetti. Raul Ambrosetti lofts in a cross ball towards Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz beats his man to it with a header but it's a lousy effort!
24.37
0-0Raul Ambrosetti advances with the ball. Seeing a gap ahead, Raul Ambrosetti laces a through ball forward to Giampaolo Ambrosino. Giampaolo Ambrosino plays a quick one-two with Simon Scholz and rushes in on goal... Giampaolo Ambrosino tries a spectacular strike but Fredrik Rankin is between the ball and the goal. Well blocked!
28.22
Giampaolo Ambrosino sees space and advances. Giampaolo Ambrosino shoots from long range. It's miles wide!
30.33
0-0Raul Ambrosetti barges into John Young. Raul Ambrosetti is given a warning by the referee! John Young runs off the knock.
32.29
0-1Warren Burbage runs straight at the opposition's defence. Warren Burbage knocks in a cross ball towards James Brand. James Brand heads the ball goalwards. James Brand scores for Queens Park Rangers!!
36.13
Raul Ambrosetti sees Simon Scholz in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Simon Scholz knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
38.35
Aaron Lisbie threads the ball through to Raul Ambrosetti. Raul Ambrosetti kicks a strong pass forward to Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz knocks in a cross ball towards George Sherwood. George Sherwood jumps high and flicks the ball with his head his aim is horrendously poor!
39.57
Aaron Lisbie deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Raul Ambrosetti. Raul Ambrosetti knocks the ball forward to Giampaolo Ambrosino. Giampaolo Ambrosino knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
40.35
Carlos Suarez threads a neat ball through to Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Luke Monk!
45.00
Dean Le Tissier flicks a high pass forward. John Fortune holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. John Fortune shoots from long range but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Manchester United appear unchanged since the first half. Queens Park Rangers also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Queens Park Rangers kick off!
47.52
Raul Ambrosetti flicks a high pass forward. Carlos Suarez holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Carlos Suarez deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Giampaolo Ambrosino. Giampaolo Ambrosino knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
48.03
John Young runs straight at the opposition's defence. John Young knocks in a cross ball towards Warren Burbage. Warren Burbage gets a glancing touch on the cross ball his aim is horrendously poor!
57.33
Raul Ambrosetti kicks a strong pass forward to Giampaolo Ambrosino. Giampaolo Ambrosino knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Luke Monk who gathers it comfortably.
59.18
Ryouichi Kikuchi makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Dean Le Tissier. Dean Le Tissier shoots from long range but it flies well off target!
60.11
George Sherwood threads the ball through to Raul Ambrosetti. Raul Ambrosetti shoots from 20 yards. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
65.38
Ryouichi Kikuchi flicks a high pass forward. James Brand easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. James Brand knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Stuart Law who gathers it comfortably.
67.25
Carlos Suarez changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Carlos Suarez tries a spectacular long range effort but it is tipped over by Luke Monk.
69.38
Ryouichi Kikuchi flicks a high pass forward. Warren Burbage controls it well on his chest. Warren Burbage knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
71.06
Duncan Greig darts forward. Duncan Greig flicks a high pass forward. John Fortune controls it well on his chest. John Fortune shoots from outside the area but it flies just off target!
73.24
Ryouichi Kikuchi threads a neat ball through to Dean Le Tissier. Dean Le Tissier knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Aaron Lisbie.
78.04
0-1George Sherwood hits a low pass to Carlos Suarez. Carlos Suarez plays a one-two with George Sherwood and rushes in on goal... Nicky Philips clumsily knocks into Carlos Suarez. That's got to be a penalty! No, the ref waves play-on!!
79.45
0-1Aaron Lisbie catches James Brand on the ankles. Aaron Lisbie is shown the yellow card! James Brand runs off the knock.
83.38
Without breaking stride, Sven Ouindi plays the ball forward to Carlos Suarez. Carlos Suarez controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Tim Anderton. Tim Anderton lofts in a cross ball towards Carlos Suarez. Carlos Suarez jumps high and flicks the ball with his head but it's well over the bar!
87.51
Dean Le Tissier threads a neat ball through to Nicky Hall. Nicky Hall shoots from long range but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
0
1
Shots on Target
4
1
Shots off Target
7
5
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
2
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
64.7%
35.3%
Play Area
30.6%
41.2%
28.2%
Scorers
| James Brand 32 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Raul Ambrosetti of Manchester United |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Stuart Law (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Stephen Gemmell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Sven Ouindi (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Aaron Lisbie (DEF) |  | 7 |
| 5. | Colin Inglis (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | George Sherwood (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Carlos Suarez (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Raul Ambrosetti (MID) | 9 | |
| 9. | Giampaolo Ambrosino (ATT) | 7 | |
| 10. | Simon Scholz (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Tim Anderton (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Anthony McManaman (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Paul Joachim (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Alejandro Gallardo (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Luke Monk (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Fredrik Rankin (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Duncan Greig (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Nicky Philips (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | John Young (MID) | 7 | |
| 6. | Ryouichi Kikuchi (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Dean Le Tissier (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Nicky Hall (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Warren Burbage (ATT) | 8 | |
| 10. | John Fortune (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | James Brand (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 12. | Dion Fortune (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Carlos Neves (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Danny Wiltord (ATT) | 0 | |