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Match Report
Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Manuel Ruiz de Lopera where Real Betis Balompié play host to Mérida Unión Deportiva. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Real Betis Balompié are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Mérida Unión Deportiva appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Enrique Pardo.
The pitch is in good condition.
Real Betis Balompié are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Mérida Unión Deportiva appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Enrique Pardo.
0.00
0-0Mérida Unión Deportiva kick off the first half!
3.30
0-1Without breaking stride, Oscar Fuentes plays the ball forward to Fabien Raguel. Fabien Raguel whips in a cross ball towards David Wevers. With a superhuman jump, David Wevers connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Mérida Unión Deportiva!
10.48
Clive Heskey kicks a strong pass forward to Liam Melis. Liam Melis knocks the ball forward to Oliver Rahn. Oliver Rahn knocks in a cross ball towards Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome beats his man to it with a header which easily beats the keeper. Goal!! That brings them level!
15.10
1-1Liam Melis flicks the ball to his team mate, Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome knocks in a cross ball towards John Pennant. John Pennant fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
16.37
Clive Heskey makes a probing pass to Liam Melis. Liam Melis makes a simple pass to Oliver Rahn. Oliver Rahn lofts in a cross ball towards Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
21.39
2-1Adriano Sculli flicks a high ball forward to Dominique Darwinkel who takes it down. Dominique Darwinkel knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Clive Heskey.
22.34
2-1Arturo Aguilar comes in with a late challenge on Rigobert Wome. The referee brings Arturo Aguilar to one side and gives him a warning! Rigobert Wome stretches but gets up unharmed.
24.04
Oscar Fuentes threads a neat ball through to Fabien Raguel. Fabien Raguel knocks in a cross ball towards Marcos Montero. Marcos Montero flicks the ball with his head but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
27.51
Liam Melis plays the ball forward to Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome finds some space and shoots from distance. Rigobert Wome scores for Real Betis Balompié!! That's his third!
30.24
Oscar Fuentes clumsily knocks into Liam Melis. The referee warns Oscar Fuentes to calm down! Liam Melis stretches but gets up unharmed.
32.50
3-1Liam Melis flicks the ball to his team mate, Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome knocks in a cross ball towards John Pennant. John Pennant connects with a diving header. Magnificent save by Eugenio Torres!
34.09
Liam Melis threads the ball through to Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome whips in a cross ball towards John Pennant. John Pennant finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it's a lousy effort!
36.37
With vision, Liam Melis laces a through ball forward to John Pennant. John Pennant knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
38.43
With a delightful solo run, Liam Melis stretches the opposition's defence. Liam Melis knocks in a cross ball towards Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it is shockingly off target!
40.11
Nunzio Rivalta comes in with a late challenge on Adriano Sculli. The referee calls over Nunzio Rivalta and warns him to calm down! Adriano Sculli runs off the knock.
42.29
Liam Melis flicks a high pass forward. Oliver Rahn holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Oliver Rahn knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eugenio Torres who gathers it comfortably.
44.28
3-1Nunzio Rivalta knocks the ball forward to Oliver Rahn. Oliver Rahn lofts in a cross ball towards John Pennant. John Pennant whips the ball goalwards with his head. Magnificent block by Alfred Howey!
45.00
Hans Boussatta deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome shoots from 25 yards but slams it into the crowd!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Real Betis Balompié appear unchanged since the first half. Mérida Unión Deportiva also appear unchanged since the first half. The Mérida Unión Deportiva players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and Real Betis Balompié get the second half underway!
47.23
Hans Boussatta kicks a strong pass forward to Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome whips in a cross ball towards Oliver Rahn. Oliver Rahn powers a header at goal. The ball is well placed but the keeper is a match for it. Great save!
48.05
3-1Arturo Aguilar hacks Oliver Rahn from behind! The referee calls over Arturo Aguilar and shows him a yellow card! Oliver Rahn hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
49.34
3-1Nunzio Rivalta flicks a high ball forward to Rigobert Wome who takes it down. Rigobert Wome puts a great ball through. John Pennant runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
55.49
Vasco Quintero passes the ball forward to Nunzio Rivalta. Nunzio Rivalta flicks a high pass forward. Rigobert Wome controls it well on his chest. Rigobert Wome shoots from distance but somehow Eugenio Torres manages to keep it out.
57.13
Vasco Quintero makes a simple pass to Nunzio Rivalta. Nunzio Rivalta makes a simple pass to Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome shoots from 25 yards. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is on top of it. Superb keeping!
59.12
Nunzio Rivalta flicks a high pass forward. John Pennant holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. John Pennant tries a spectacular long range effort. Solid save from Eugenio Torres. What a great pair of hands!
60.52
Benoit Tramezzani controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Liam Melis. Liam Melis sees John Pennant in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. John Pennant shoots from outside the area but Eugenio Torres is on top of it.
61.06
Oscar Fuentes hacks Hans Boussatta from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Hans Boussatta runs off the knock.
65.42
Clive Heskey flicks a high pass forward. Liam Melis holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Liam Melis knocks the ball to his team mate, Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
66.27
John Pennant barges into Gregorio Rubio. The referee warns John Pennant to calm down! Gregorio Rubio hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
71.33
Adriano Sculli deftly passes the ball to his team mate, David Wevers. David Wevers shoots from 25 yards but it whistles just wide of the post!
72.42
With vision, Hans Boussatta plays the ball forward to John Pennant. John Pennant shoots from 20 yards. Superb reactions from Eugenio Torres. What a save!
77.58
Liam Melis flicks a high pass forward. Oliver Rahn holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Oliver Rahn knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eugenio Torres who gathers it comfortably.
79.05
Oscar Fuentes sees space and advances. Oscar Fuentes lofts in a cross ball towards David Wevers. David Wevers directs the ball goalwards with his head. Magnificent block by Vasco Quintero!
81.31
Hans Boussatta makes a probing pass to Rigobert Wome. Rigobert Wome shoots from 20 yards but Eugenio Torres reads it well. Well saved!
83.30
Adriano Sculli chips the ball to his team mate, Dominique Darwinkel. Dominique Darwinkel lofts in a cross ball towards David Wevers. David Wevers finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Magnificent block by Benoit Tramezzani!
85.44
Nunzio Rivalta passes the ball forward to John Pennant. John Pennant knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Alfred Howey.
87.13
Liam Melis flicks a high pass forward. John Pennant collects the pass. John Pennant lofts in a cross ball towards Oliver Rahn. Oliver Rahn connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. The loose ball is cleared by the defence.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Rigobert Wome 10, 16, 28 | David Wevers 3 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Rigobert Wome of Real Betis Balompié |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Michael Fuchs (GK)
6
2. Benoit Tramezzani (DEF)
6
3. Vasco Quintero (DEF)
6
4. Clive Heskey (DEF)
6
5. Victor Guerrero Lopez (DEF)
6
6. Liam Melis (MID)
8
7. Nunzio Rivalta (MID)
6
8. Hans Boussatta (MID)
6
9. Oliver Rahn (ATT)
7
10. Rigobert Wome (ATT)
9
11. John Pennant (ATT)
6
12. Daniel J. Bergmark (DEF)
0
13. Pablo Butragueno (MID)
0
14. Albert Blanco (ATT)
0
1. Eugenio Torres (GK)
7
2. Paulo Pinto (DEF)
6
3. Arturo Aguilar (DEF)
5
4. Gregorio Rubio (DEF)
6
5. Alfred Howey (DEF)
6
6. Oscar Fuentes (MID)
6
7. Adriano Sculli (MID)
6
8. Fabien Raguel (ATT)
6
9. Marcos Montero (ATT)
6
10. David Wevers (ATT)
7
11. Dominique Darwinkel (ATT)
6
12. Gabriel Burle (ATT)
0
13. Alberto Torres (DEF)
0
14. Fernando Reis (ATT)
0