Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
Hail stones bounce on the pitch here at Santiago Bernabéu where Real Madrid play host to Real Betis Balompié. A crowd of 19,254 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Real Madrid and Real Betis Balompié are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Antonio Ruiz.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Real Madrid and Real Betis Balompié are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Antonio Ruiz.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Real Madrid kick off!
2.40
0-1Richard James flicks the ball to his team mate, Frederico Guardiola. Frederico Guardiola lofts in a cross ball towards Denny Dijkstra. Denny Dijkstra gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. What a cracker!! Luis Vega had no chance!! Goal for Real Betis Balompié!
8.14
0-1Denny Dijkstra makes a simple pass to Lennart Sachs. Lennart Sachs knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Luis Vega who gathers it comfortably.
9.33
0-1Frederico Guardiola makes a simple pass to Denny Dijkstra. Denny Dijkstra sees Lennart Sachs just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Lennart Sachs strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal but Luis Vega is on top of it.
10.30
0-1Paolo Dionisi makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Roberto Gutierrez. Roberto Gutierrez flicks a high pass forward. Lennart Sachs controls it well on his chest. Lennart Sachs whips in a cross ball towards Victor José Mari. Victor José Mari connects with a diving header but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
12.24
0-1Richard James knocks the ball to his team mate, Denny Dijkstra. Denny Dijkstra plays a one-two with Lennart Sachs and rushes in on goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Denny Dijkstra provides some space. He curls a shot at goal but Jordi Jongen is between the ball and the goal. Well blocked!
14.57
Richard James knocks the ball forward to Hugo Vazquez. Hugo Vazquez plays the ball forward to Richard James. Richard James shoots from outside the area. The ball comes in low, but Luis Vega easily smothers it!
18.15
Adolfo Herrero sees space and advances. Adolfo Herrero knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Lennart Sparwasser who gathers it comfortably.
21.08
Adolfo Herrero deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Jacob Bloomer. Jacob Bloomer threads a neat ball through to Bruno Veloso. Bruno Veloso cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
24.10
Denny Dijkstra decides to run forward with the ball. Denny Dijkstra shoots from 25 yards. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Excellent keeping!
27.58
1-1There is some beautiful football being played out on the pitch today.
28.31
Paolo Dionisi kicks a strong pass forward to Denny Dijkstra. Denny Dijkstra knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Luis Vega who gathers it comfortably.
30.19
Jordi Jongen chips the ball to his team mate, Alejandro Bonfanti. Alejandro Bonfanti controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Adolfo Herrero. Adolfo Herrero lofts in a cross ball towards Bruno Veloso. Bruno Veloso outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. The keeper is more than a match for it. Nice keeping!
33.39
Alec Dalglish kicks a strong pass forward to Jacob Bloomer. Jacob Bloomer flicks a high pass forward to Rafael Carmona who brings the ball under control. Rafael Carmona shoots from distance but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
34.03
Paolo Dionisi knocks the ball forward to Lennart Sachs. Lennart Sachs knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Pietro De Liguori.
39.29
Richard James kicks a strong pass forward to Victor José Mari. Victor José Mari knocks in a cross ball towards Lennart Sachs. Lennart Sachs whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball is well placed but the keeper is a match for it. Well saved!
45.00
With a delightful solo run, Richard James stretches the opposition's defence. Richard James whips in a cross ball towards Victor José Mari. Victor José Mari connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it flies well off target!
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Real Madrid appear unchanged since the first half. Real Betis Balompié also appear unchanged since the first half. The Real Madrid players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Real Betis Balompié kick off and get the second half underway!
47.28
Mohammed Van Der Ree knocks the ball forward to Victor José Mari. Victor José Mari cuts inside the box! Some silky footwork from Victor José Mari provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
49.28
1-1Alejandro Bonfanti flicks a high pass forward. Rafael Carmona collects the pass. Rafael Carmona deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Harris Taks but the linesman indicates offside!
57.40
Samir Helmer knocks the ball to his team mate, Rafael Carmona. Rafael Carmona controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Adolfo Herrero. Adolfo Herrero shoots from outside the area but it curls horrendously wide!
59.20
Roberto Gutierrez sees Lennart Sachs in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Lennart Sachs knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Pietro De Liguori.
60.37
1-1Real Madrid have made a substitution with Pier G. Corrent replacing Bruno Veloso .
61.46
Harris Taks passes the ball forward to Adolfo Herrero. Adolfo Herrero shoots from distance. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
65.21
1-1Frederico Guardiola clumsily knocks into Harris Taks. Frederico Guardiola is shown the yellow card! Harris Taks hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
71.50
1-1Adolfo Herrero barges into Hugo Vazquez. The referee calls over Adolfo Herrero and shows him a yellow card! Hugo Vazquez gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
73.29
Denny Dijkstra clumsily knocks into Jordi Jongen. The referee calls over Denny Dijkstra and shows him a yellow card! Jordi Jongen runs off the knock.
79.08
Paolo Dionisi threads the ball through to Hugo Vazquez. Showing composure, Hugo Vazquez plays the ball forward to Lennart Sachs. Lennart Sachs kicks a strong pass forward to Denny Dijkstra but the referee indicates it's offside!
83.22
Roberto Gutierrez knocks the ball forward to Denny Dijkstra. Denny Dijkstra plays a sublime one-two with Frederico Guardiola and races in on goal... Denny Dijkstra shoots from just inside the box. Magnificent save by Luis Vega!
84.37
Adolfo Herrero flicks a high pass forward. Rafael Carmona holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Rafael Carmona whips in a cross ball towards Pier G. Corrent. Pier G. Corrent makes a deft header but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
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
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Denny Dijkstra of Real Betis Balompié |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Luis Vega (GK)
8
2. Alec Dalglish (DEF)
6
3. Pietro De Liguori (DEF)
6
4. Samir Helmer (DEF)
7
5. Jordi Jongen (DEF)
6
6. Alejandro Bonfanti (MID)
6
7. Harris Taks (MID)
6
8. Adolfo Herrero (MID)
6
9. Bruno Veloso (ATT)
8
10. Jacob Bloomer (ATT)
7
11. Rafael Carmona (ATT)
6
12. Pier G. Corrent (MID)
6
13. Marcel Lange (MID)
0
14. Claudio Caminero (DEF)
0
1. Lennart Sparwasser (GK)
6
2. Hugo Vazquez (DEF)
6
3. Edmundo Alonso (DEF)
6
4. Paolo Dionisi (DEF)
7
5. Mohammed Van Der Ree (DEF)
6
6. Richard James (MID)
8
7. Frederico Guardiola (MID)
6
8. Roberto Gutierrez (MID)
6
9. Victor José Mari (ATT)
6
10. Denny Dijkstra (ATT)
9
11. Lennart Sachs (ATT)
6
12. Roger Sier (ATT)
0
13. Jose Oliveira (MID)
0
14. Alfredo Garcia (DEF)
0