Match Report
| Mansfield Town | Mansfield Town |  |  | Luton Town | Luton Town | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Player | Computer Player | manager | Computer Player | Computer Player | |||||||||||||||||
| Warren Fletcher | W. Fletcher |  | 46 | G |  | 1 | | G | 51 | | Harvey Wainwright | H. Wainwright | |||||||||
| Alan Sturridge | A. Sturridge | | 49 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 53 | | Darren Plowright | D. Plowright | |||||||||
| Oleg Wainwright | O. Wainwright | | 48 | D | | 3 | |  | D | 52 | | John Middleton | J. Middleton | ||||||||
| David Vernazza | D. Vernazza | | 45 | D | | | 4 | | D | 39 | | Peter Lofthouse | P. Lofthouse | ||||||||
| Robert Atherton | R. Atherton | | 52 | M | | 5 | | D | 37 | | Spencer Harrison | S. Harrison | |||||||||
| Robbie Adams | R. Adams | | 50 | M | | 6 | | M | 45 | | Darius Pearce | D. Pearce | |||||||||
| Matthew Pearce | M. Pearce | | 39 | M | | 7 | | M | 44 | | Wayne Barrett | W. Barrett | |||||||||
| Danny Pearson | D. Pearson | | 39 | M | | 8 | | M | 43 | | Mick Shearer | M. Shearer | |||||||||
| Alfred Blake | A. Blake | | 50 | A | | 9 | | A | 51 | | Matthew Bower | M. Bower | |||||||||
| Lee Sherwood | L. Sherwood | | 45 | A | | 10 | | A | 51 | | Carlton Lloyd | C. Lloyd | |||||||||
| Nick Pearce | N. Pearce | | 44 | A | | 11 | | A | 49 | | Paul Mowbray | P. Mowbray | |||||||||
| Darren Mason | D. Mason | | 43 | G | | 12 | | G | 43 | | David Proctor | D. Proctor | |||||||||
| Anthony Coppinger | A. Coppinger | | 42 | D | | 13 | | A | 43 | | Ugo Fortune | U. Fortune | |||||||||
| Gavin Kanu | G. Kanu | | 41 | A | | 14 | | M | 41 | | Nwankwo Cole | N. Cole | |||||||||
 today's match is sponsored by Red Cross |
Match Report
Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Field Mill Ground where Mansfield Town play host to Luton Town. A crowd of 2,776 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Mansfield Town are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Luton Town appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jason Middleton.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Mansfield Town are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Luton Town appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jason Middleton.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Luton Town kicking off!
4.35
0-0Mick Shearer flicks a high ball forward to Matthew Bower who takes it down. Matthew Bower plays a quick one-two with Paul Mowbray and rushes in on goal... Matthew Bower cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it's well over the bar!
6.51
0-1Wayne Barrett deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Carlton Lloyd. Carlton Lloyd shoots from 25 yards. What a cracker!! Warren Fletcher had no chance!! Goal for Luton Town!
9.49
0-1Wayne Barrett deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Matthew Bower. Matthew Bower knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by David Vernazza.
14.05
Alan Sturridge controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Matthew Pearce. Matthew Pearce deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Lee Sherwood. Lee Sherwood shoots from outside the area but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
20.31
0-1Matthew Pearce flicks a high pass forward to Nick Pearce who brings the ball under control. Nick Pearce whips in a cross ball towards Alfred Blake. Alfred Blake is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it is deflected wide by Darren Plowright.
21.18
0-1Corner kick to Mansfield Town. Danny Pearson plays it to the near post. Spencer Harrison gets to the ball and kicks it upfield to safety.
24.36
Wayne Barrett controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Carlton Lloyd. Carlton Lloyd knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Alan Sturridge.
27.26
Mick Shearer makes a probing pass to Paul Mowbray. Paul Mowbray rushes past David Vernazza! Paul Mowbray takes a shot at goal. The ball dips but David Vernazza blocks the shot and clears the ball up field!
30.58
0-1Matthew Pearce barges into Wayne Barrett. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Wayne Barrett runs off the knock.
32.18
Peter Lofthouse makes a probing pass to Wayne Barrett. Wayne Barrett chips the ball to his team mate, Matthew Bower. Matthew Bower knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Warren Fletcher who gathers it comfortably.
33.38
Wayne Barrett sees Matthew Bower in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Matthew Bower plays a scrappy one-two with Carlton Lloyd and advances towards the goal... Matthew Bower shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
34.50
Alan Sturridge threads a neat ball through to Robbie Adams. Robbie Adams flicks a high pass forward to Nick Pearce who brings the ball under control. Nick Pearce finds some space and shoots from distance but it misses the target by a large margin!
38.05
Matthew Pearce hits a low pass to Lee Sherwood. Lee Sherwood lofts in a cross ball towards Alfred Blake. Alfred Blake gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
39.14
Matthew Bower comes in with a late challenge on David Vernazza. Matthew Bower is shown the yellow card! David Vernazza stretches but gets up unharmed.
40.15
0-1Carlton Lloyd comes in with a late challenge on David Vernazza. The referee calls over Carlton Lloyd and warns him to calm down! David Vernazza runs off the knock.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Mansfield Town appear unchanged since the first half. Luton Town also appear unchanged since the first half. The Mansfield Town players look more relaxed than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Mansfield Town kick off and get the second half underway!
49.25
Robbie Adams chips the ball to his team mate, Alfred Blake. Alfred Blake runs straight at the defence! Alfred Blake makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it flies just off target!
54.21
Robert Atherton hits a low pass to Nick Pearce. Nick Pearce knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Harvey Wainwright who gathers it comfortably.
55.47
0-1Matthew Pearce kicks a strong pass forward to Nick Pearce. Nick Pearce makes a simple pass, allowing Lee Sherwood to run into the box. Lee Sherwood looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is on top of it. Fabulous stop!
60.13
Lee Sherwood catches John Middleton on the ankles. Lee Sherwood is warned by the referee! John Middleton stretches but gets up unharmed.
69.57
Matthew Pearce flicks the ball to his team mate, Alfred Blake. Alfred Blake finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
71.28
David Vernazza runs forward with the ball. David Vernazza sees space and advances. David Vernazza knocks in a cross ball towards Nick Pearce. Nick Pearce flicks the ball with his head. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
72.50
Robbie Adams makes a probing pass to Nick Pearce. Nick Pearce knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
73.16
Showing composure, Matthew Pearce plays the ball forward to Nick Pearce. Nick Pearce shoots from distance but it flies wide!
75.58
Peter Lofthouse deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Darius Pearce. Darius Pearce makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Matthew Bower. Matthew Bower knocks the ball to his team mate, Carlton Lloyd. Carlton Lloyd muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. Oleg Wainwright steps in front, blocking the shot. He clears the ball quickly up field.
78.19
Peter Lofthouse barges into Nick Pearce. Peter Lofthouse is warned by the referee! Nick Pearce runs off the knock.
79.53
Mick Shearer kicks a strong pass forward to Carlton Lloyd. Carlton Lloyd knocks in a cross ball towards Paul Mowbray. Paul Mowbray makes a looping header on goal but it rises well off target!
83.40
Alan Sturridge chips the ball to his team mate, Robbie Adams. Robbie Adams changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Robbie Adams plays a scrappy one-two with Alfred Blake and advances towards the goal... Robbie Adams takes a shot at goal but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
85.13
Robbie Adams sees Alfred Blake in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Alfred Blake shoots from outside the area. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. He makes it look easy!
87.41
Wayne Barrett sees Paul Mowbray in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Paul Mowbray tries a spectacular long range effort but it goes wide for a goal kick.
89.43
David Vernazza deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Robbie Adams. Robbie Adams knocks the ball forward to Alfred Blake. Alfred Blake plays a one-two with Lee Sherwood and advances towards the goal... Alfred Blake cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. Harvey Wainwright is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
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. Warren Fletcher (GK)
6
2. Alan Sturridge (DEF)
7
3. Oleg Wainwright (DEF)
7
4. David Vernazza (DEF)
8
5. Robert Atherton (MID)
6
6. Robbie Adams (MID)
8
7. Matthew Pearce (MID)
6
8. Danny Pearson (MID)
6
9. Alfred Blake (ATT)
9
10. Lee Sherwood (ATT)
7
11. Nick Pearce (ATT)
6
12. Darren Mason (GK)
0
13. Anthony Coppinger (DEF)
0
14. Gavin Kanu (ATT)
0
1. Harvey Wainwright (GK)
6
2. Darren Plowright (DEF)
6
3. John Middleton (DEF)
6
4. Peter Lofthouse (DEF)
6
5. Spencer Harrison (DEF)
6
6. Darius Pearce (MID)
6
7. Wayne Barrett (MID)
8
8. Mick Shearer (MID)
6
9. Matthew Bower (ATT)
6
10. Carlton Lloyd (ATT)
8
11. Paul Mowbray (ATT)
6
12. David Proctor (GK)
0
13. Ugo Fortune (ATT)
0
14. Nwankwo Cole (MID)
0