Match Report


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Match Report

Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at The Amex Stadium where Brighton and Hove Albion play host to Wolverhampton Wanderers. A crowd of 2,971 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
Brighton and Hove Albion are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Wolverhampton Wanderers appear to be shaped for 3-5-2.


0.00
Brighton and Hove Albion kick off the first half!
6.44
Wolverhampton Wanderers are easily keeping Brighton and Hove Albion at bay, but can't capitalise on it.
8.26
Paul Woodcock knocks the ball forward to Omer Cutler. Omer Cutler shoots from distance but it goes wide for a goal kick.
9.17
Stephen Bowyer flicks the ball to his team mate, Wes Ball. Wes Ball whips in a cross ball towards Norman Jess. Norman Jess directs the ball goalwards with his head. Edward Pearson manages to gather it comfortably.
14.29
Gilles Bolton makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Dennis Murray. Dennis Murray knocks the ball forward to Omer Cutler but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
15.41
Dave Pearson takes it forward alone. Dave Pearson makes a beautiful solo run. Dave Pearson sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Magnificent save by Jermaine Carlton!
20.39
Simon Collymore catches Wes Ball on the ankles. The referee calls over Simon Collymore and shows him a yellow card! Wes Ball hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
24.41
Stephen Bowyer knocks the ball forward to Norman Jess. Norman Jess lofts in a cross ball towards Wes Ball. Wes Ball flicks the ball with his head but it is miles over!
26.43
Ian Beagrie barges into Ugo Watson. Ian Beagrie is given a warning by the referee! Ugo Watson gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
36.41
Eddie Grimandi comes in with a late challenge on Dennis Murray. The referee calls over Eddie Grimandi and warns him to calm down! Dennis Murray runs off the knock.
39.30
Stephen Bowyer kicks a strong pass forward to Ben Grantt. Ben Grantt goes all the way! Ben Grantt shoots from just inside the box. The ball comes in low, but Edward Pearson easily smothers it!
45.00
Peter Westwood knocks the ball forward to Ugo Watson. Ugo Watson controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Wes Ball. Wes Ball sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!


45.00
The whistle blows and Wolverhampton Wanderers kick off!
47.33
Ian Smithe brings the ball forward. Ian Smithe makes a probing pass to Norman Jess. Norman Jess whips in a cross ball towards Ben Grantt. Ben Grantt is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
60.52
Omer Cutler hacks Leon Wilcox from behind! The referee calls over Omer Cutler and shows him a yellow card! Leon Wilcox stretches but gets up unharmed.
63.29
Stephen Bowyer sees space and advances. Stephen Bowyer whips in a cross ball towards Ben Grantt. Ben Grantt directs the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Ben Grantt!
66.42
Peter Westwood flicks the ball to his team mate, Stephen Bowyer. Stephen Bowyer makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Wes Ball. Wes Ball flicks the ball to his team mate, Ben Grantt. Ben Grantt makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball comes in low, but Edward Pearson easily smothers it!
69.12
Paul Woodcock catches Ugo Watson on the ankles. The referee calls over Paul Woodcock and warns him to calm down! Ugo Watson runs off the knock.
71.28
Marvin Stamp comes in with a late challenge on Gilles Bolton. The referee calls over Marvin Stamp and shows him a yellow card! Gilles Bolton runs off the knock.
77.49
Stephen Bowyer barges into Gilles Bolton. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Gilles Bolton stretches but gets up unharmed.
78.03
Marvin Stamp deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Norman Jess. Norman Jess goes all the way! Norman Jess shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it curls horrendously wide!
81.07
Stephen Bowyer sees space and advances. Stephen Bowyer knocks in a cross ball towards Norman Jess. Norman Jess flicks the ball with his head but somehow Edward Pearson manages to keep it out.
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!


The man of the match was awarded to Ben Grantt of Brighton and Hove Albion

Match Statistics

Match Statistics
Goals
Goals: 2 vs 0
Shots on Target
Shots on Target: 6 vs 1
Shots off Target
Shots off Target: 3 vs 1
Offsides
Offsides: 0 vs 3
Fouls
Fouls: 3 vs 4
Yellow Cards
Yellow Cards: 2 vs 2
Red Cards
Red Cards: 0 vs 0

Possession
Possession: 48.1012658227848 vs 51.8987341772152
Play Area
Home team third: 27.85%, Midfield: 48.10%, Away team third: 24.05%

Scorers
Ben Grantt 47, 63