Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
An overcast sky looms overhead here at Celtic Park where Celtic play host to Raith Rovers. A crowd of 18,122 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Celtic are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while Raith Rovers appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by David McGrory.
The pitch is in good condition.
Celtic are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while Raith Rovers appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by David McGrory.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Celtic get the match underway!
2.25
0-0Stephen Hutchison makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Superb keeping!
4.31
Scott Bremner hits a low pass to Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo finds some space and shoots from distance but somehow Paul Seifert manages to keep it out.
6.05
Stephen Hutchison knocks the ball forward to Kew Van Der Pennen. Kew Van Der Pennen knocks the ball to his team mate, Alec Hendry. Alec Hendry tries a spectacular strike. Avril Arroyo comfortably gets down and covers it.
9.53
Neil Souness makes a simple pass to Ricardo Bento. Ricardo Bento lofts in a cross ball towards Charles Medrano. Charles Medrano knocks the ball goalwards with his head. Superb reactions from Paul Seifert. What a save!
10.11
Paul Hopkin deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Ricardo Bento. Ricardo Bento shoots from distance. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Great save!
12.49
0-0Paul Hopkin kicks a strong pass forward to Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
14.42
1-0Paul Matteo flicks a high ball forward to Scott Brady who takes it down. Scott Brady flicks the ball to his team mate, Wes Evans. Wes Evans knocks in a cross ball towards Kew Van Der Pennen. Kew Van Der Pennen connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
20.13
Tobias Sammer sees Neil Souness in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Neil Souness hits a low pass to Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Paul Seifert who gathers it comfortably.
24.01
Scott Brady threads a neat ball through to Wes Evans. Wes Evans knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
27.04
1-0Stephen Hutchison flicks a high pass forward. Alec Hendry easily holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Alec Hendry shoots from 25 yards. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
28.41
Jack Molenaar sees Scott Bremner in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Scott Bremner deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Ricardo Bento. Ricardo Bento knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
30.24
Paul Matteo takes the throw-in. Nuno Jimenez hits a low pass to Scott Brady. With imagination, Scott Brady plays the ball forward to Alec Hendry. Alec Hendry tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
33.30
Stephen Hutchison knocks the ball forward to Wes Evans. Wes Evans whips in a cross ball towards Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau powers a header at goal. Superb reactions from Avril Arroyo. What a save!
34.46
Scott Bremner threads the ball through to Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Wonderful reactions from Paul Seifert keeps it out!
39.40
Stephen Hutchison knocks the ball forward to Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau whips in a cross ball towards Kew Van Der Pennen. Kew Van Der Pennen jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. The keeper is on top of it. Quality keeping!
42.44
2-0Scott Bremner chips the ball to his team mate, Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo lofts in a cross ball towards Charles Medrano. Robbie Moffat barges into Charles Medrano. Penalty not given!!
45.00
2-0Paul Matteo catches Ricardo Bento on the ankles. The referee calls over Paul Matteo and warns him to calm down! Ricardo Bento stretches but gets up unharmed.
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Celtic have changed their lineup with Rui Mendes replacing Scott Brady, Brendan Terry replacing Paul Matteo and Michelangelo Sereni replacing George Walsh and appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-2-3-1 formation. Raith Rovers appear unchanged since the first half. The Raith Rovers players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The second half starts with Raith Rovers kicking off!
47.30
Stephen Hutchison sees Kew Van Der Pennen in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Kew Van Der Pennen knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
48.23
Rui Mendes makes a simple pass to Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Avril Arroyo who gathers it comfortably.
53.34
2-0Rui Mendes makes an attacking run forward. Rui Mendes knocks in a cross ball towards Alexander Devineau. With a superhuman jump, Alexander Devineau connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it is deflected wide by Garba Nwakire.
54.30
Stephen Hutchison takes the corner kick, swinging the ball in towards the near post. Kew Van Der Pennen strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. It's there!! Avril Arroyo has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
55.57
Alec Hendry hacks Jack Molenaar from behind! Alec Hendry is given a warning by the referee! Jack Molenaar hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
57.04
Scott Bremner receives the ball from a throw-in from Pascal Palumbo. Scott Bremner sees Charles Medrano in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Charles Medrano knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Brendan Terry.
60.13
Stephen Hutchison receives the ball from a throw-in from Rui Mendes. Stephen Hutchison flicks the ball to his team mate, Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
69.26
Scott Bremner runs straight at the opposition's defence. Scott Bremner finds some space and shoots from distance but it's a woeful effort!
71.52
Garba Nwakire flicks a high pass forward to Paul Hopkin who brings the ball under control. Paul Hopkin flicks a high ball forward to Elena Redondo who takes it down. Elena Redondo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
72.09
Pascal Palumbo makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo whips in a cross ball towards Charles Medrano. Charles Medrano directs the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Charles Medrano!
75.04
Stephen Hutchison threads a neat ball through to Wes Evans. Wes Evans lofts in a cross ball towards Alexander Devineau. Alexander Devineau directs the ball goalwards with his head. Tobias Sammer clears it off the line with his head!
77.47
Rui Mendes passes the ball forward to Alec Hendry. Alec Hendry rushes past Jack Molenaar! Alec Hendry shoots from just inside the box but it is miles over!
78.58
Stephen Hutchison deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Kew Van Der Pennen. Kew Van Der Pennen knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Garba Nwakire.
83.51
Stephen Hutchison passes the ball forward to Alec Hendry. Alec Hendry finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
84.53
Stephen Hutchison chips the ball to his team mate, Wes Evans. Wes Evans whips in a cross ball towards Kew Van Der Pennen. Kew Van Der Pennen finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Avril Arroyo easily picks it out of the air!
87.17
4-1Jack Molenaar clumsily knocks into Kew Van Der Pennen. Jack Molenaar is shown the yellow card! Kew Van Der Pennen carries on, but is struggling a bit.
90.00
Paul Hopkin knocks the ball forward to Elena Redondo. Elena Redondo knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Kew Van Der Pennen 14, 54 Alec Hendry 30 Alexander Devineau 60 | Charles Medrano 72 |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Paul Seifert (GK)
7
2. Nuno Jimenez (DEF)
6
3. Robbie Moffat (DEF)
6
4. Paul Matteo (DEF)
6
5. George Walsh (DEF)
6
6. Scott Brady (MID)
7
7. Stephen Hutchison (MID)
9
8. Wes Evans (ATT)
7
9. Alexander Devineau (ATT)
8
10. Alec Hendry (ATT)
8
11. Kew Van Der Pennen (ATT)
9
12. Rui Mendes (MID)
7
13. Brendan Terry (DEF)
6
14. Michelangelo Sereni (DEF)
6
1. Avril Arroyo (GK)
7
2. Garba Nwakire (DEF)
6
3. Jack Molenaar (DEF)
5
4. Tobias Sammer (DEF)
6
5. Pascal Palumbo (MID)
6
6. Scott Bremner (MID)
7
7. Neil Souness (MID)
6
8. Paul Hopkin (MID)
6
9. Ricardo Bento (ATT)
6
10. Charles Medrano (ATT)
7
11. Elena Redondo (ATT)
7
12. Zeljko Milosevic (ATT)
0
13. Paul Hendry (MID)
0
14. Daniel Corstanje (ATT)
0