Match Report


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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at The Hawthorns where West Bromwich Albion play host to Ipswich Town. A crowd of 8,948 fill this 10,500 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both West Bromwich Albion and Ipswich Town are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Tommy Howells.


0.00
West Bromwich Albion kick off and get the first half underway!
3.47
Patrick Lumsdon pushes mid-way up the pitch. Patrick Lumsdon flicks the ball to his team mate, Mark Haynes. Mark Haynes tries a spectacular long range effort. It curls slightly but Danny Scowcroft manages to gather it effortlessly.
9.46
Colin Lowe clumsily knocks into Tommy Hughes. Colin Lowe is given a warning by the referee! Tommy Hughes runs off the knock.
10.22
Chris Wau chips the ball to his team mate, Marino Padalino. Marino Padalino knocks the ball to his team mate, Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason deftly passes the ball to Marc Barry, releasing him through on goal. Some good footwork from Marc Barry provides some space. He shoots at goal but it's a lousy effort!
15.56
Lomano Philips comes in with a late challenge on Oscar Jr. Riccio. Lomano Philips is given a warning by the referee! Oscar Jr. Riccio hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
18.25
Tommy Hughes makes a simple pass to Brian Boertien. Brian Boertien knocks the ball to his team mate, Oscar Jr. Riccio. Oscar Jr. Riccio knocks in a cross ball towards Marc Barry. Marc Barry directs the ball goalwards with his head but it whistles just wide of the post!
33.53
Jacob Copping knocks the ball forward to Marc Barry. Marc Barry knocks the ball to his team mate, Oscar Jr. Riccio. Oscar Jr. Riccio deftly passes the ball to Lomano Mason, releasing him through on goal. Lomano Mason tries a spectacular strike but it slams into the crowd!
39.13
Jason Granville makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Pascal Wesselmann. Pascal Wesselmann changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Pascal Wesselmann kicks a strong pass forward to Chris Parker but the referee indicates it's offside!
40.01
Jason Granville knocks the ball forward to Pascal Wesselmann. Pascal Wesselmann shoots from long range his aim is horrendously poor!
44.40
Lomano Philips surges forward with the ball. Lomano Philips takes it forward alone. Lomano Philips knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Jacob Copping.
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!

Both teams emerge for the second half. West Bromwich Albion appear unchanged since the first half. Ipswich Town also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
Ipswich Town kick off and get the second half underway!
51.23
Callum Souness threads a neat ball through to Brian Boertien. Brian Boertien hits a low pass to Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Magnificent save by Alan Howells!
53.46
Jason Granville takes it forward alone. Jason Granville threads a neat ball through to Mervin Boyd. Mervin Boyd lofts in a cross ball towards Chris Parker. Chris Parker knocks the ball goalwards with his head. The ball is well placed but the keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
54.53
Callum Souness threads a neat ball through to Marino Padalino. Marino Padalino sees a break and surges forward. Marino Padalino shoots from 25 yards but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
55.44
Chris Parker comes in with a late challenge on Brian Boertien. The referee calls over Chris Parker and shows him a yellow card! Brian Boertien hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
57.56
Tommy Hughes passes the ball forward to Marc Barry. Marc Barry makes a simple pass to Ashley Etherington. Ashley Etherington shoots from outside the area but it's a lousy effort!
59.48
Chris Wau flicks a high pass forward. Ashley Etherington controls it well on his chest. Ashley Etherington knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
60.36
Jason Granville makes a strong solo run forward. Jason Granville flicks a high pass forward to Scott Potts who brings the ball under control. Scott Potts whips in a cross ball towards Marc Kistner. Marc Kistner connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Fabulous save!
61.12
Tommy Hughes flicks a high pass forward to Lomano Mason who brings the ball under control. Lomano Mason hits a low pass to Oscar Jr. Riccio. Oscar Jr. Riccio controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It's miles wide!
63.39
Oscar Jr. Riccio makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason whips in a cross ball towards Chris Wau. Chris Wau finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
65.10
Marc Kistner flicks a high pass forward. Colin Lowe controls it well on his chest. Colin Lowe shoots from 25 yards but it is shockingly off target!
66.39
Tommy Hughes flicks the ball to his team mate, Brian Boertien. Brian Boertien makes a simple pass to Ashley Etherington. Ashley Etherington lofts in a cross ball towards Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
69.38
Lomano Philips darts forward. Lomano Philips controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Chris Parker. Chris Parker controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
75.48
Scott Potts flicks the ball to his team mate, Colin Lowe. Colin Lowe knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
85.55
Marc Barry flicks a high pass forward. Ashley Etherington holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Ashley Etherington knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Lomano Philips.
87.27
Tommy Hughes runs forward with the ball. Tommy Hughes makes a simple pass to Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
90.00
Marc Barry chips the ball to his team mate, Lomano Mason. Lomano Mason knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Alan Howells who gathers it comfortably.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!

Match Statistics
Goals
0
0
Shots on Target
1
3
Shots off Target
8
3
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
0
3
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
55.8%
44.2%
Play Area
30.5%
41.1%
28.4%
 

Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Jason Granville of Ipswich Town

Match Ratings
1.Danny Scowcroft (GK)
8
2.Jacob Copping (DEF)
6
3.Callum Souness (DEF)
6
4.Tommy Hughes (DEF)
9
5.Chris Wau (MID)
7
6.Marc Barry (MID)
8
7.Brian Boertien (MID)
8
8.Marino Padalino (MID)
8
9.Ashley Etherington (ATT)
6
10.Oscar Jr. Riccio (ATT)
7
11.Lomano Mason (MID)
8
 
12.Paul Shearer (DEF)
0
13.Del Eadie (MID)
0
14.Paul Bailey (DEF)
0

1.Alan Howells (GK)
6
2.Patrick Lumsdon (DEF)
7
3.Jason Granville (DEF)
9
4.Lomano Philips (DEF)
8
5.Colin Lowe (MID)
6
6.Chris Parker (MID)yellow card
6
7.Pascal Wesselmann (MID)
7
8.Marc Kistner (MID)
6
9.Mervin Boyd (ATT)
6
10.Scott Potts (ATT)
6
11.Mark Haynes (ATT)
6
 
12.Jacob Ball (DEF)
0
13.Carlos Salinas (GK)
0
14.Steve Potts (MID)
0