Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Ashton Gate where Bristol City play host to Stoke City. A crowd of 20,085 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Bristol City are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Stoke City appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jason Sinclair.
The pitch is in good condition.
Bristol City are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Stoke City appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jason Sinclair.
0.00
0-0Bristol City get the match underway!
2.39
0-1Kemal Higginbotham runs forward with the ball. Kemal Higginbotham flicks a high ball forward to Gabriel Izquierdo who takes it down. Gabriel Izquierdo knocks in a cross ball towards Alexander Buchwald. Alexander Buchwald heads the ball goalwards. Oscar Jr. Marcon is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
6.42
0-1Carl Mckay advances with the ball. Carl Mckay brings the ball forward. Carl Mckay finds some space and shoots from distance but it flies just off target!
9.29
0-1With great vision, Simon Dehm plays the ball forward to Sven Masur. Sven Masur makes a probing pass to Oliver Welke. Oliver Welke knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Matthew Gargo.
10.32
Nicola Tamburini makes a simple pass to Steve Keller. Steve Keller knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
14.36
With a delightful solo run, Diego Cinetti stretches the opposition's defence. Diego Cinetti lofts in a cross ball towards Alexander Buchwald. Alexander Buchwald powers a header at goal. It's miles wide!
15.43
Simon Dehm flicks a high pass forward. Sven Masur controls it well on his chest. Sven Masur flicks a high pass forward to Steve Keller who brings the ball under control. Steve Keller lofts in a cross ball towards Oliver Welke. Oliver Welke rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it's a woeful effort!
18.30
Without breaking stride, Copain Bakkati plays the ball forward to Nicola Tamburini. Nicola Tamburini runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Nicola Tamburini whips in a cross ball towards Steve Keller. Steve Keller finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
24.38
Kemal Higginbotham sees Neil Patterson in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Neil Patterson sees space and advances. Neil Patterson whips in a cross ball towards Alexander Buchwald. Alexander Buchwald connects with a diving header. What a cracker!! Oscar Jr. Marcon had no chance!! Goal for Stoke City!
27.28
Kemal Higginbotham threads a neat ball through to Neil Patterson. Neil Patterson controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Carlton Owen. Carlton Owen sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it is miles over!
28.16
1-2Glynn Best threads a neat ball through to Carlton Owen. Carlton Owen hits a low pass to Gabriel Izquierdo. Some silky footwork from Gabriel Izquierdo provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Excellent keeping!
32.55
Neil Patterson passes the ball forward to Gabriel Izquierdo. Gabriel Izquierdo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
36.14
Leon Buskermolen flicks the ball to his team mate, Ljubisa Beghetto. Ljubisa Beghetto deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Oliver Welke. Oliver Welke shoots from 25 yards but it goes wide for a goal kick.
38.29
Carl Mckay makes a probing pass to Neil Patterson. Neil Patterson flicks a high pass forward. Carlton Owen controls it well on his chest. Carlton Owen sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Oscar Jr. Marcon is on top of it.
40.46
Matthew Gargo hits it upfield. Alexander Buchwald shoots from outside the area. The ball dips but the keeper is more than a match for it. Fabulous save!
42.15
1-2Diego Cinetti comes in with a late challenge on Sven Masur. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Sven Masur hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
44.14
Carl Mckay flicks a high pass forward. Neil Patterson collects the pass. Neil Patterson flicks a high pass forward. Alexander Buchwald holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Alexander Buchwald knocks in a cross ball towards Carlton Owen. Carlton Owen finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but he balloons it over the crossbar!
45.00
1-2Leon Buskermolen flicks a high pass forward. Nicola Tamburini collects the pass. Nicola Tamburini flicks a high pass forward. Oliver Welke controls it well on his chest. Oliver Welke advances inside the box! Oliver Welke tries a spectacular strike. Magnificent block by Matthew Gargo!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Bristol City appear unchanged since the first half. Stoke City also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Stoke City kick off the second half!
47.26
Carl Mckay chips the ball to his team mate, Robert Gascoigne. Robert Gascoigne controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Alexander Buchwald. Alexander Buchwald tries a spectacular long range effort but it is tipped over by Oscar Jr. Marcon.
51.45
1-2Diego Cinetti sees Alexander Buchwald in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Alexander Buchwald knocks in a cross ball towards Carlton Owen. Leon Buskermolen catches Carlton Owen on the ankles. Penalty not given!!
53.00
Kemal Higginbotham kicks a strong pass forward to Diego Cinetti. Diego Cinetti deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Alexander Buchwald. Alexander Buchwald lofts in a cross ball towards Carlton Owen. Carlton Owen powers a header at goal. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
57.53
With some swift thinking, Ljubisa Beghetto plays the ball forward to Oliver Welke. Oliver Welke lofts in a cross ball towards Steve Keller. Steve Keller whips the ball goalwards with his head. James Brighton punches it away to safety.
60.34
1-3Stoke City have made 3 substitutions with Djamel Zidane replacing Carlton Owen, Harvey Wilcox replacing Robert Gascoigne and Aaron Jack replacing Diego Cinetti .
61.37
Kemal Higginbotham runs up as Carl Mckay takes the throw-in, skillfully chesting the ball down to his feet. Kemal Higginbotham sees Neil Patterson in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Neil Patterson flicks a high ball forward to Alexander Buchwald who takes it down. Alexander Buchwald rushes past Rosario Stroppa! Alexander Buchwald side-steps and rifles a shot at goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
63.24
Rosario Stroppa knocks the ball forward to Nicola Tamburini. Nicola Tamburini threads the ball through to Rachid Moussa. Rachid Moussa whips in a cross ball towards Steve Keller. With a superhuman jump, Steve Keller connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. Steve Keller scores for Bristol City!!
67.29
2-3Leon Buskermolen comes in with a late challenge on Alexander Buchwald. The referee calls over Leon Buskermolen and warns him to calm down! Alexander Buchwald gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
69.07
Simon Dehm sees a break and surges forward. Simon Dehm threads the ball through to Rachid Moussa. Rachid Moussa knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
71.24
Neil Patterson flicks a high pass forward to Alexander Buchwald who brings the ball under control. Alexander Buchwald shoots from distance. Alexander Buchwald scores for Stoke City!! The crowd cheers as the veteran German celebrates his hattrick!
77.38
Bristol City have made 3 substitutions with Dion Armstrong replacing Nicola Tamburini, Anthony Grondin replacing Oliver Welke and Jannes Graaven replacing Simon Dehm .
78.40
Glynn Best flicks a high pass forward. Alexander Buchwald holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Alexander Buchwald shoots from 25 yards. The ball comes in low, but Oscar Jr. Marcon smothers it!
79.22
Matthew Gargo flicks a high pass forward to Aaron Jack who brings the ball under control. Aaron Jack flicks a high pass forward to Djamel Zidane who brings the ball under control. Djamel Zidane shoots from long range. It curls slightly but Oscar Jr. Marcon manages to gather it comfortably.
83.16
Without breaking stride, Glynn Best plays the ball forward to Djamel Zidane. Djamel Zidane lofts in a cross ball towards Gabriel Izquierdo. Gabriel Izquierdo makes a convincing header. The shot is on target but blocked by Copain Bakkati. That should have been a goal!
84.19
2-4Jannes Graaven comes in with a late challenge on Alexander Buchwald. Jannes Graaven is given a warning by the referee! Alexander Buchwald hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
85.38
Sven Masur sees Rachid Moussa in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Rachid Moussa lofts in a cross ball towards Anthony Grondin. Anthony Grondin heads the ball goalwards but it goes wide for a goal kick.
87.21
Kemal Higginbotham hits a low pass to Harvey Wilcox. Harvey Wilcox threads a neat ball through to Djamel Zidane. Djamel Zidane finds some space and shoots from distance but it flies wide!
89.40
2-4Plenty of goal mouth action is making this a great game to watch.
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Steve Keller 18, 63 | Alexander Buchwald 2, 24, 71 Carlton Owen 53 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Alexander Buchwald of Stoke City |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Oscar Jr. Marcon (GK)
7
2. Simon Dehm (DEF)
6
3. Leon Buskermolen (DEF)
6
4. Rosario Stroppa (DEF)
6
5. Copain Bakkati (DEF)
6
6. Nicola Tamburini (MID)
7
7. Ljubisa Beghetto (MID)
6
8. Sven Masur (MID)
6
9. Steve Keller (ATT)
8
10. Rachid Moussa (ATT)
6
11. Oliver Welke (ATT)
6
12. Dion Armstrong (DEF)
6
13. Jannes Graaven (MID)
5
14. Anthony Grondin (ATT)
6
1. James Brighton (GK)
6
2. Matthew Gargo (DEF)
6
3. Kemal Higginbotham (DEF)
7
4. Carl Mckay (DEF)
6
5. Diego Cinetti (MID)
6
6. Neil Patterson (MID)
7
7. Glynn Best (MID)
6
8. Robert Gascoigne (MID)
6
9. Gabriel Izquierdo (ATT)
6
10. Alexander Buchwald (ATT)
9
11. Carlton Owen (ATT)
7
12. Djamel Zidane (ATT)
6
13. Harvey Wilcox (MID)
6
14. Aaron Jack (MID)
6