Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
Snow flakes fill the overcast sky here at Rugby Park where Kilmarnock play host to Dunfermline Athletic. A crowd of 17,665 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Kilmarnock and Dunfermline Athletic are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Alex Davidson.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Kilmarnock and Dunfermline Athletic are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Alex Davidson.
0.00
0-0Dunfermline Athletic get the match underway!
3.12
0-0Stefan De Vet passes the ball forward to Callum Morrison. Callum Morrison deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Alec Law. Alec Law knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
8.33
1-0Duncan Henderson runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Duncan Henderson lofts in a cross ball towards Scott Dalglish. Scott Dalglish connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
12.54
Duncan Henderson surges forward with the ball. Duncan Henderson passes the ball forward to Garry Matteo. Garry Matteo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
14.42
1-0Colin James passes the ball forward to Don Liddell. Don Liddell makes a probing pass to Oscar Kooiman. Oscar Kooiman plays a one-two with Andy James and rushes in on goal... Oscar Kooiman tries a spectacular strike but he balloons it over the crossbar!
20.55
1-0Duncan Henderson hacks Mark Bridge from behind! The referee calls over Duncan Henderson and warns him to calm down! Mark Bridge hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
21.46
Matt Strachan knocks the ball to his team mate, Alec Law. Alec Law sees Scott Dalglish in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Scott Dalglish knocks in a cross ball towards Gavin Ritchie. Gavin Ritchie connects with a diving header. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
27.13
Duncan Henderson surges forward with the ball. Without breaking stride, Duncan Henderson plays the ball forward to Scott Dalglish. Scott Dalglish knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Juan Romero.
28.05
Colin James makes a strong solo run forward. Colin James flicks a high pass forward. Kevin Gemmell holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Kevin Gemmell controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal his aim is horrendously poor!
40.26
Gavin Ritchie flicks a high pass forward. Duncan Henderson holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Duncan Henderson rushes past Callum McStay! Duncan Henderson comes in from the left and smashes a shot from 11 yards out. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
44.04
3-0Callum Morrison flicks a high pass forward. Garry Matteo collects the pass. Garry Matteo sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It curls slightly but Felipe Cruz manages to gather it comfortably.
45.00
Callum Morrison hits a low pass to Alec Law. Alec Law shoots from 25 yards but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Kilmarnock appear unchanged since the first half. Dunfermline Athletic also appear unchanged since the first half. The Dunfermline Athletic players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Kilmarnock start the second half!
47.32
Colin James makes a probing pass to Andy James. Andy James flicks a high pass forward. Kevin Gemmell controls it well on his chest and turns goalwards. Kevin Gemmell rockets a shot on goal but somehow Eric Dijkhuizen manages to keep it out.
49.42
Richard Mccall chips the ball to his team mate, Callum Morrison. Callum Morrison makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Scott Dalglish. Scott Dalglish whips in a cross ball towards Alec Law. Alec Law gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
54.38
Richard Mccall kicks a strong pass forward to Gavin Ritchie. Gavin Ritchie hits a low pass to Scott Dalglish. Scott Dalglish knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Mark Bridge.
55.27
Gavin Ritchie knocks the ball to his team mate, Alec Law. Alec Law knocks in a cross ball towards Garry Matteo. Garry Matteo rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Felipe Cruz with no chance!! Goal for Kilmarnock!
59.03
Stefan De Vet flicks a high pass forward. Gavin Ritchie holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Gavin Ritchie flicks a high pass forward to Scott Dalglish who brings the ball under control. Scott Dalglish finds some space and shoots from distance. Magnificent save by Felipe Cruz!
63.53
Duncan Henderson hacks Kevin Gemmell from behind! Duncan Henderson is warned by the referee again! Kevin Gemmell stretches but gets up unharmed.
65.28
Callum Morrison deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Garry Matteo. Garry Matteo threads the ball through into the box. Scott Dalglish cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal but Felipe Cruz is on top of it.
66.23
Duncan Henderson knocks the ball forward to Garry Matteo. Garry Matteo knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Mark Bridge.
69.06
Richard Mccall runs up as Garry Matteo takes the throw-in, skillfully chesting the ball down to his feet. Richard Mccall flicks a high pass forward to Scott Dalglish who brings the ball under control. Scott Dalglish whips in a cross ball towards Alec Law. Alec Law fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent save!
72.36
Oscar Kooiman runs straight at the opposition's defence. Oscar Kooiman runs straight at the defence! Oscar Kooiman cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it flies just wide!
75.25
With some swift thinking, Oscar Kooiman plays the ball forward to Kevin Gemmell. Kevin Gemmell rushes past Stefan De Vet! Kevin Gemmell tries a spectacular strike but it goes wide for a goal kick.
81.33
5-0Colin James deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Don Liddell. Don Liddell flicks the ball to his team mate, Kevin Mccall. Kevin Mccall makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Oscar Kooiman but he's offside!
83.55
Mark Bridge chips the ball to his team mate, Dominic Mcallister. Dominic Mcallister knocks the ball forward to Andy James. Andy James plays a quick one-two with Kevin Gemmell and rushes in on goal... Some awkward footwork from Andy James provides some space. He rifles a shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
89.56
Oscar Kooiman makes a beautiful solo run. Oscar Kooiman sees Kevin Gemmell in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Kevin Gemmell tries a spectacular long range effort but it whistles just wide of the post!
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
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Possession
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Scorers
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Eric Dijkhuizen (GK)
6
2. Matt Strachan (DEF)
6
3. Richard Mccall (DEF)
6
4. Stefan De Vet (DEF)
6
5. Seb Gallon (DEF)
6
6. Callum Morrison (MID)
6
7. Duncan Henderson (MID)
9
8. Gavin Ritchie (MID)
8
9. Scott Dalglish (ATT)
8
10. Alec Law (ATT)
8
11. Garry Matteo (ATT)
7
12. Richard Naysmith (DEF)
0
13. Matt Collins (MID)
0
14. Richard McGrory (ATT)
0
1. Felipe Cruz (GK)
7
2. Dominic Mcallister (DEF)
6
3. Colin James (DEF)
7
4. Mark Bridge (DEF)
6
5. Callum McStay (DEF)
6
6. Don Liddell (MID)
6
7. Oscar Kooiman (MID)
7
8. Juan Romero (MID)
6
9. Kevin Mccall (ATT)
6
10. Andy James (ATT)
7
11. Kevin Gemmell (ATT)
6
12. Stephen McGrory (ATT)
0
13. Andy Elliott (DEF)
0
14. John Morton (ATT)
0