Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
An overcast sky looms overhead here at Old Trafford where Manchester United play host to Nottingham Forest. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Manchester United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Nottingham Forest appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Tommy Winterburn.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Manchester United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Nottingham Forest appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Tommy Winterburn.
0.00
0-0Nottingham Forest kick off and get the match underway!
4.15
0-0Trevor Hall threads the ball through to Wes Joachim. Wes Joachim lofts in a cross ball towards Max Bouma. Max Bouma connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Alex Soudani didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
6.39
0-1Carlos Alonso decides to run forward with the ball. Carlos Alonso knocks in a cross ball towards Ivan Pirri. Ivan Pirri makes a deft header. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Ivan Pirri!
14.13
Frederico Fonseca kicks a strong pass forward to Max Bouma. Max Bouma plays a one-two with Frederico Fonseca and advances towards the goal... Max Bouma makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
18.15
0-2Roberto Merino deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Des Lockley. Des Lockley skips past Thomas Kienast! Des Lockley takes a shot at goal. Magnificent block by Thomas Kienast!
20.29
0-2Yurtcan Türkyilmaz hacks Juan Ruiz from behind! The referee brings Yurtcan Türkyilmaz to one side and gives him a warning! Juan Ruiz runs off the knock.
26.36
Wes Joachim threads a neat ball through to Max Carrick. Max Carrick tries a spectacular long range effort. Superb reactions from Alex Soudani. What a save!
27.22
0-2Paul White pushes up the pitch. Paul White makes a beautiful solo run. Paul White shoots from outside the area his aim is horrendously poor!
30.17
Roberto Merino knocks the ball forward to Lampros Hatzis. Lampros Hatzis shoots from 25 yards but it whistles just wide of the post!
32.44
Wes Joachim deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Frederico Fonseca. Frederico Fonseca lofts in a cross ball towards Max Bouma. Max Bouma directs the ball goalwards with his head. Alex Soudani punches it away to safety.
38.29
Carlos Alonso flicks a high pass forward. Ivan Pirri collects the pass. Ivan Pirri knocks in a cross ball towards Carlos Alonso. Carlos Alonso makes a convincing header. Magnificent save by Alex Soudani!
39.10
0-2Ivan Pirri catches Des Lockley on the ankles. The referee calls over Ivan Pirri and shows him a yellow card! Des Lockley runs off the knock.
45.00
Paul White deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Juan Ruiz. Juan Ruiz lofts in a cross ball towards Lampros Hatzis. Lampros Hatzis makes a deft header. Mustapha Courtois manages to gather it effortlessly.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Manchester United appear unchanged since the first half. Nottingham Forest also appear unchanged since the first half. The Manchester United players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Manchester United kick off and get the second half underway!
48.12
0-2Eduardo Alvarez threads the ball through to Roberto Merino. Roberto Merino chips the ball to his team mate, Andy Hitchcock. Andy Hitchcock knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Mustapha Courtois who gathers it comfortably.
49.34
0-2Des Lockley knocks the ball forward to Alexander Iosifidis. Alexander Iosifidis makes a pass forward but Juan Ruiz is yards offside!
51.00
Paul White comes in with a late challenge on Max Bouma. The referee calls over Paul White and shows him a yellow card! Max Bouma hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
55.24
Alexander Iosifidis flicks a high pass forward. Roberto Merino controls it well on his chest. Roberto Merino knocks in a cross ball towards Juan Ruiz. Juan Ruiz finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but slams it into the crowd!
59.09
Alexander Iosifidis kicks a strong pass forward to Des Lockley. Des Lockley controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Solid save from Mustapha Courtois.
60.35
0-2Manchester United have made 3 substitutions with Scott Davies replacing Alistair Finney, Peter Power replacing Des Lockley and Henry Watson replacing Andy Hitchcock .Nottingham Forest have made a substitution with Felipe Sanchez replacing Ivan Pirri .
66.44
Alexander Iosifidis flicks a high pass forward to Henry Watson who brings the ball under control. Henry Watson finds some space and shoots from distance. Superb reactions from Mustapha Courtois. What a save!
67.14
Paul White hits a low pass to Roberto Merino. Roberto Merino passes the ball forward to Alexander Iosifidis. Alexander Iosifidis edges inside the box! Some silky footwork from Alexander Iosifidis provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
75.19
Alexander Iosifidis threads the ball through to Lampros Hatzis. Lampros Hatzis tries a spectacular long range effort but it is shockingly off target!
77.47
Wes Joachim makes a probing pass to Max Carrick. Max Carrick shoots from 25 yards. Fantastic reaction save from Alex Soudani!
81.42
Wes Joachim flicks the ball to his team mate, Max Bouma. Max Bouma knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
83.02
Thomas Kienast kicks a strong pass forward to Carlos Alonso. Carlos Alonso flicks the ball to his team mate, Trevor Hall. Trevor Hall plays a perfect one-two with Max Bouma and rushes in on goal... Trevor Hall side-steps and rifles a shot at goal but it is miles over!
84.03
1-2Roberto Merino comes in with a late challenge on Wes Joachim. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Wes Joachim grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
85.44
Alexander Iosifidis flicks a high ball forward to Lampros Hatzis who takes it down. Lampros Hatzis shoots from long range but Mustapha Courtois is on top of it.
87.46
Trevor Hall makes a probing pass to Wes Joachim. Wes Joachim threads a neat ball through to Max Carrick. Max Carrick knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Alexander Iosifidis of Manchester United |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Alex Soudani (GK)
8
2. Gareth Fox (DEF)
6
3. Paul White (DEF)
6
4. Alistair Finney (DEF)
6
5. Eduardo Alvarez (DEF)
6
6. Roberto Merino (MID)
7
7. Des Lockley (MID)
7
8. Alexander Iosifidis (MID)
9
9. Juan Ruiz (ATT)
6
10. Andy Hitchcock (ATT)
6
11. Lampros Hatzis (ATT)
6
12. Scott Davies (DEF)
6
13. Peter Power (MID)
6
14. Henry Watson (ATT)
6
1. Mustapha Courtois (GK)
7
2. Thomas Kienast (DEF)
6
3. Santos B.J. Rivelino (DEF)
6
4. Yurtcan Türkyilmaz (DEF)
6
5. Carlos Alonso (MID)
8
6. Ivan Pirri (MID)
8
7. Wes Joachim (MID)
7
8. Trevor Hall (MID)
6
9. Max Carrick (ATT)
6
10. Max Bouma (ATT)
8
11. Frederico Fonseca (ATT)
7
12. Gregorio Hernandez (DEF)
0
13. Felipe Sanchez (MID)
6
14. Nicky Oliver (ATT)
0