Match Report
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Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Falkirk Stadium where Falkirk play host to Albion Rovers. A crowd of 10,092 fill this 10,500 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Falkirk and Albion Rovers are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Callum McCoist.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Falkirk and Albion Rovers are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Callum McCoist.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Albion Rovers get the match underway!
2.14
0-0Alec Rae makes a simple pass to Matt Davidson. Matt Davidson passes the ball forward to Helder Lopes. Helder Lopes makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
6.36
0-09.57
0-0Matt Davidson plays the ball forward to Helder Lopes. Helder Lopes whips in a cross ball towards Steven Wiltord. Steven Wiltord whips the ball goalwards with his head but John Hutchison reads it well. He makes it look easy!
10.47
Callum Greig changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Callum Greig knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Nunzio Grieco.
14.50
Colin McCoist flicks a high pass forward to Alec Booth who brings the ball under control. Alec Booth shoots from distance but it flies well off target!
16.06
Pedro Almeida sees a break and surges forward. Pedro Almeida sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
20.22
Alec Rae passes the ball forward to Steven Wiltord. Steven Wiltord shoots from outside the area. The ball dips but the keeper is more than a match for it. Superb keeping!
22.27
0-0David Greig clumsily knocks into Helder Lopes. The referee brings David Greig to one side and gives him a warning! Helder Lopes gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
34.51
Gavin Hendry flicks a high pass forward. Alec Booth collects the pass. Alec Booth shoots from 20 yards but it flies just wide!
39.37
0-0The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
42.02
Matt Davidson knocks the ball to his team mate, Don Cleland. Don Cleland knocks in a cross ball towards Steven Wiltord. Steven Wiltord connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it flies well off target!
45.00
Nunzio Grieco makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Matt Hendry. Matt Hendry chips the ball to his team mate, Roberto Fanucci. Roberto Fanucci shoots from distance but it whistles just wide of the post!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Falkirk appear unchanged since the first half. Albion Rovers also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Falkirk kick off the second half!
51.06
Pedro Almeida kicks a strong pass forward to Alec Booth. Alec Booth advances inside the box! Alec Booth side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. Michael Barton gets down and covers it.
57.24
Don Cleland flicks a high pass forward. Alec Rae collects the pass. Alec Rae shoots from outside the area but it's a lousy effort!
60.41
Albion Rovers are dictating the run of play here today.
61.34
Florian Schneider sees Matt Hendry in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Matt Hendry takes it forward alone. Matt Hendry knocks in a cross ball towards Roberto Fanucci. Roberto Fanucci makes a convincing header but somehow Michael Barton manages to keep it out.
65.54
Gavin Hendry flicks a high pass forward. Roberto Fanucci controls it well on his chest. Roberto Fanucci finds some space and shoots from distance but it whistles just wide of the post!
72.01
Florian Schneider hacks Matt Davidson from behind! The referee calls over Florian Schneider and warns him to calm down! Matt Davidson carries on, but is struggling a bit.
72.01
0-0Free kick to Falkirk just outside the area...
73.09
Steven Wiltord takes a short run up but the ball is driven straight into the wall.
75.53
Matt Davidson threads a neat ball through to Helder Lopes. Helder Lopes knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to John Hutchison who gathers it comfortably.
84.38
Roberto Fanucci darts forward. Roberto Fanucci knocks the ball forward, putting Matt Hendry through on goal. Matt Hendry shoots from just inside the box but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
89.12
Don Cleland flicks a high pass forward to Steven Wiltord who brings the ball under control. Steven Wiltord finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball comes in low, but John Hutchison easily smothers it!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
0
0
Shots on Target
3
2
Shots off Target
3
6
Offsides
0
1
Fouls
0
2
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
48.5%
51.5%
Play Area
16.2%
58.8%
25%
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Matt Davidson of Falkirk |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Michael Barton (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Ezio Pagliarini (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Del Proctor (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Richard Brady (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Neil Gallacher (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Don Cleland (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Matt Davidson (MID) | 9 | |
| 8. | Alec Rae (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Callum Greig (MID) | 7 | |
| 10. | Steven Wiltord (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Helder Lopes (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Alberto Santos (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Niccolo Bramble (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | David Mccall (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | John Hutchison (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | David Greig (DEF) | 5 | |
| 3. | Nunzio Grieco (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Florian Schneider (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Simon Murphy (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Matt Hendry (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Gavin Hendry (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Pedro Almeida (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Colin McCoist (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Alec Booth (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Roberto Fanucci (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Oscar Redondo (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Oberdan Montella (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Stephen Meiklejohn (MID) | 0 | |