Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
It's a warm sunny day here at Univé Stadion where BVO Emmen play FC Groningen in this league cup game. A crowd of 20,645 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
BVO Emmen are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Groningen appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Pius Zafarin.
The pitch is in poor condition.
BVO Emmen are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while FC Groningen appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Pius Zafarin.
0.00
0-0FC Groningen kick off and get the match underway!
4.46
0-0Enrique Blanco flicks the ball to his team mate, Arnold Bogarde. Arnold Bogarde finds some space and shoots from distance but he balloons it over the crossbar!
10.29
0-0Leonardo Vazquez controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Remco Seedorf. Remco Seedorf knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by James Benali.
16.23
Carlos Gomes makes a probing pass to Remco Seedorf. Remco Seedorf knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Mario Lopes.
20.01
0-0Manuele Corallo makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Frank de Bruin. Frank de Bruin deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Marino Lobont. Marino Lobont tries a spectacular long range effort but somehow Ruben Steijn manages to keep it out.
21.06
Leonardo Vazquez flicks the ball to his team mate, Iwan de Vos. Iwan de Vos knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Ross Kirkland who gathers it comfortably.
24.58
0-0Eduardo Mendez catches Remco Seedorf on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Remco Seedorf hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
27.06
0-0FC Groningen are dictating the run of play here today.
28.24
Mario Lopes knocks the ball to his team mate, George Dichio. George Dichio knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
30.41
1-0Frank de Bruin flicks a high pass forward to George Dichio who brings the ball under control. George Dichio advances inside the box! George Dichio side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. It's in!! A beautiful goal for George Dichio!
38.02
James Benali makes a simple pass to Mario Lopes. Mario Lopes sees Marino Lobont in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Marino Lobont lofts in a cross ball towards Frank de Bruin. Frank de Bruin beats his man to it with a header but Ruben Steijn is on top of it.
40.42
Enrique Blanco surges forward with the ball. Enrique Blanco knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
42.02
BVO Emmen are in full control of this game.
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. BVO Emmen appear unchanged since the first half. FC Groningen also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The second half starts with BVO Emmen kicking off!
47.28
1-0Arnold Bogarde hacks Carlos Gomes from behind! The referee calls over Arnold Bogarde and warns him to calm down! Carlos Gomes hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
55.07
Marques Pereira Tamazout makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Nikos Vierklau. Nikos Vierklau knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Ross Kirkland who gathers it comfortably.
57.25
Roberto Van Dijk knocks the ball to his team mate, Remco Seedorf. Remco Seedorf knocks the ball to his team mate, Nikos Vierklau. Nikos Vierklau knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by James Benali.
60.49
Frank de Bruin passes the ball forward to Arnold Bogarde. Arnold Bogarde lofts in a cross ball towards Enrique Blanco. Enrique Blanco heads the ball goalwards. Fantastic reaction save from Ruben Steijn!
61.40
Frank de Bruin controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Arnold Bogarde. Arnold Bogarde whips in a cross ball towards Marino Lobont. Marino Lobont connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The keeper is on top of it. Nice save!
63.25
Eduardo Mendez knocks the ball to his team mate, Les Wright. Les Wright flicks a high pass forward. Enrique Blanco holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Enrique Blanco whips in a cross ball towards George Dichio. George Dichio heads the ball goalwards. Solid save from Ruben Steijn. What a great pair of hands!
66.39
Iwan de Vos comes in with a late challenge on Arnold Bogarde. The referee warns Iwan de Vos to calm down! Arnold Bogarde stretches but gets up unharmed.
69.18
1-0Enrique Blanco chips the ball to his team mate, Frank de Bruin. Frank de Bruin makes a simple pass to Arnold Bogarde. Arnold Bogarde lofts in a cross ball towards Marino Lobont. With a superhuman jump, Marino Lobont connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball flies towards the top corner but Thomas Fromm is on the line. He jumps and heads the ball over the bar!
70.14
1-0It's a corner kick. Enrique Blanco loops the ball in to towards the near post. George Dichio takes a shot at goal but it slams into the crowd!
71.38
Mitchel Timmer flicks a high ball forward to Iwan de Vos who takes it down. Iwan de Vos knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Ross Kirkland who gathers it comfortably.
73.27
Mitchel Timmer makes a beautiful solo run. Mitchel Timmer knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by James Benali.
81.30
Iwan de Vos kicks a strong pass forward to Nikos Vierklau. Nikos Vierklau shoots from outside the area. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
85.47
Marques Pereira Tamazout makes a simple pass to Ian Le Tissier. Ian Le Tissier surges forward with the ball. Ian Le Tissier tries a spectacular long range effort. Solid save from Ross Kirkland.
89.11
1-0Leonardo Vazquez threads a neat ball through to Nikos Vierklau. Nikos Vierklau plays a quick one-two with Leonardo Vazquez and rushes in on goal... Frank de Bruin clumsily knocks into Nikos Vierklau. Nikos Vierklau appeals for a penalty! The referee hasn't seen anything wrong!!
90.00
Without breaking stride, Frank de Bruin plays the ball forward to George Dichio. George Dichio knocks in a cross ball towards Marino Lobont. Marino Lobont flicks the ball with his head but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
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
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Ross Kirkland (GK)
6
2. Manuele Corallo (DEF)
6
3. Eduardo Mendez (DEF)
5
4. James Benali (DEF)
6
5. Mario Lopes (MID)
6
6. Frank de Bruin (MID)
9
7. Les Wright (MID)
6
8. Enrique Blanco (MID)
8
9. Arnold Bogarde (ATT)
6
10. Marino Lobont (ATT)
7
11. George Dichio (ATT)
9
12. John Mcgovern (MID)
0
13. Romero P. Vega (ATT)
0
14. Luis Duran (ATT)
0
1. Ruben Steijn (GK)
8
2. Carlos Gomes (DEF)
6
3. Marques Pereira Tamazout (DEF)
6
4. Roberto Van Dijk (DEF)
6
5. Thomas Fromm (DEF)
6
6. Mitchel Timmer (MID)
6
7. Iwan de Vos (MID)
6
8. Ian Le Tissier (MID)
7
9. Leonardo Vazquez (MID)
7
10. Nikos Vierklau (ATT)
6
11. Remco Seedorf (ATT)
6
12. Jeffrey Meijndershagen (ATT)
0
13. Andre Abidallah (ATT)
0
14. Pieter Matthijs (MID)
0