Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona where Napoli play host to Cagliari. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Napoli are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Cagliari appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Alfredo Conte.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Napoli are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Cagliari appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Alfredo Conte.
0.00
0-0Napoli kick off!
2.17
0-0Ottavio Grassadonia flicks a high pass forward to Jonathan Gamberini who brings the ball under control. Jonathan Gamberini plays a one-two with Duncan Matteo and rushes in on goal... Jonathan Gamberini shoots from just inside the box but it is deflected wide by Tim Bakboord.
3.05
Jonathan Gamberini takes the corner, chipping the ball into the box. Franceco Bonacina shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball strikes Tim Bakboord's outstretched foot and is deflected wide.
4.57
0-0It's a corner kick. Jonathan Gamberini loops the ball in to towards the near post. Michele Milanese chests the ball down and quickly clears it out of the danger area!
6.49
0-0Pierpaolo Gianello passes the ball forward to Nunzio Gilardino. Nunzio Gilardino shoots from outside the area but it is shockingly off target!
10.22
0-0Eduardo Teixeira flicks the ball to his team mate, Juan-Carlos Gento. Juan-Carlos Gento sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Javier Goycochea reads it well. He makes it look easy!
12.11
Juan-Carlos Gento controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Graeme Boyd. Graeme Boyd shoots from 25 yards but it flies just off target!
14.49
Brian Owen makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Juan-Carlos Gento. Juan-Carlos Gento knocks in a cross ball towards Graeme Boyd. Graeme Boyd beats his man to it with a header. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
16.25
Jonathan Gamberini deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Ottavio Grassadonia. Ottavio Grassadonia shoots from 20 yards but somehow Guerino Del Nero manages to keep it out.
20.54
0-0Liam Falsini knocks the ball forward to Giampaolo Sotgia. Giampaolo Sotgia flicks a high ball forward to Ottavio Grassadonia who gracefully takes it down. Ottavio Grassadonia kicks a strong pass forward to Isaac Green but the referee indicates it's offside!
21.01
0-0Pierpaolo Gianello clumsily knocks into Jonathan Gamberini. Pierpaolo Gianello is shown the yellow card! Jonathan Gamberini stretches but gets up unharmed.
24.42
0-1Liam Falsini knocks the ball forward to Ottavio Grassadonia. Ottavio Grassadonia flicks a high pass forward to Jonathan Gamberini who brings the ball under control. Jonathan Gamberini flicks the ball to his team mate, Isaac Green. Isaac Green rockets a shot on goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
27.30
With a delightful solo run, Jonathan Gamberini stretches the opposition's defence. Jonathan Gamberini plays a scrappy one-two with Isaac Green and advances towards the goal... Jonathan Gamberini tries a spectacular strike. The keeper is more than a match for it. Well saved!
28.27
Jonathan Gamberini passes the ball forward to Ottavio Grassadonia. Ottavio Grassadonia shoots from distance but Guerino Del Nero is on top of his game. Good keeping!
30.08
0-1Pierpaolo Gianello controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Graeme Boyd. Graeme Boyd knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Jimmy Ottofaro.
33.24
Giampaolo Sotgia plays the ball forward to Jonathan Gamberini. Jonathan Gamberini passes the ball forward to Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo plays a one-two with Franceco Bonacina and advances towards the goal... Duncan Matteo muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. It curls slightly but Guerino Del Nero manages to gather it.
34.58
Eduardo Teixeira knocks the ball to his team mate, Tim Bakboord. Tim Bakboord passes the ball forward to Juan-Carlos Gento. Juan-Carlos Gento passes the ball forward to Graeme Boyd. Graeme Boyd tries a spectacular strike but it slams into the crowd!
36.36
Liam Falsini sees Jonathan Gamberini in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Showing composure, Jonathan Gamberini plays the ball forward to David Strachan. David Strachan plays a scrappy one-two with Duncan Matteo and advances towards the goal... David Strachan muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. Adel Goma steps in front, blocking the shot. He clears the ball quickly up field.
39.44
Ottavio Grassadonia knocks the ball to his team mate, Jonathan Gamberini. Jonathan Gamberini knocks in a cross ball towards Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo shows true skill creating a chance out of nothing and knocks the ball goalwards with his head. What a cracker!! Guerino Del Nero had no chance!! Goal for Cagliari!
44.39
Seeing a gap ahead, Jonathan Gamberini plays the ball forward to Ottavio Grassadonia. Ottavio Grassadonia tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Nice keeping!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Napoli appear unchanged since the first half. Cagliari also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Cagliari kick off and get the second half underway!
48.09
Ottavio Grassadonia deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Jonathan Gamberini. Jonathan Gamberini shoots from 20 yards. The ball comes in low, but Guerino Del Nero comfortably smothers it!
49.33
Fabrice Mercier threads the ball through to David Strachan. David Strachan tries a spectacular long range effort but it's well over the bar!
51.10
Jonathan Gamberini makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Franceco Bonacina. Franceco Bonacina controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It curls slightly but Guerino Del Nero manages to gather it comfortably.
54.26
0-2Cagliari are dictating the run of play here today.
55.58
Jimmy Ottofaro chips the ball to his team mate, Isaac Green. Isaac Green makes a great pass forward. Franceco Bonacina runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
63.25
With a delightful solo run, Jonathan Gamberini stretches the opposition's defence. Jonathan Gamberini knocks in a cross ball towards Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo makes a deft header but it is tipped over by Guerino Del Nero.
64.36
0-2Jonathan Gamberini takes the corner kick, swinging the ball out wide. Pierpaolo Gianello reaches the ball and hoofs it clear.
67.47
Ottavio Grassadonia flicks a high pass forward. Jonathan Gamberini holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Jonathan Gamberini threads a neat ball through to Franceco Bonacina. Franceco Bonacina knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
69.15
Liam Falsini takes a short throw-in bringing Giampaolo Sotgia into play. Giampaolo Sotgia makes a probing pass to Duncan Matteo. Duncan Matteo lofts in a cross ball towards Franceco Bonacina. Franceco Bonacina rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
77.10
0-3Jimmy Ottofaro catches Michele Milanese on the ankles. Jimmy Ottofaro is given a warning by the referee! Michele Milanese grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
77.10
Free kick to Napoli just outside the area...
78.01
Renzo Turci takes a stuttering run up but the ball is driven straight into the wall.
79.44
Jonathan Gamberini flicks a high pass forward. David Strachan holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. David Strachan threads the ball through into the box. Franceco Bonacina strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The ball curls but is deflected over the bar by Nunzio Gilardino.
80.30
It's a corner kick which Jonathan Gamberini takes quickly, playing the ball short to Ottavio Grassadonia. Ottavio Grassadonia tries a spectacular strike. Magnificent block by Pierpaolo Gianello!
87.52
Eduardo Teixeira flicks a high ball forward to Pierpaolo Gianello who takes it down. With great vision, Pierpaolo Gianello plays the ball forward to Graeme Boyd. Graeme Boyd whips in a cross ball towards Juan-Carlos Gento. Juan-Carlos Gento connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
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. Guerino Del Nero (GK)
8
2. Adel Goma (DEF)
6
3. Tim Bakboord (DEF)
6
4. Michele Milanese (DEF)
6
5. Eduardo Teixeira (DEF)
6
6. Brian Owen (MID)
6
7. Pierpaolo Gianello (MID)
6
8. Nunzio Gilardino (MID)
6
9. Juan-Carlos Gento (ATT)
6
10. Graeme Boyd (ATT)
6
11. Renzo Turci (ATT)
6
12. Norman Summerbell (GK)
0
13. P. Gilberto Del Vecchio (ATT)
0
14. Alberto Caminero (ATT)
0
1. Javier Goycochea (GK)
6
2. Fabrice Mercier (DEF)
6
3. Jimmy Ottofaro (DEF)
6
4. Liam Falsini (DEF)
6
5. Giampaolo Sotgia (DEF)
6
6. Ottavio Grassadonia (MID)
7
7. Jonathan Gamberini (MID)
9
8. David Strachan (ATT)
6
9. Franceco Bonacina (ATT)
7
10. Duncan Matteo (ATT)
8
11. Isaac Green (ATT)
7
12. Fabio Porchia (MID)
0
13. Davide Solimeno (MID)
0
14. Pasquale Lambertini (MID)
0