Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
Rain falls steadily from above here at Molineux where Wolverhampton Wanderers play host to Nottingham Forest. A crowd of 11,842 fill this 14,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while Nottingham Forest appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Phil Brighton.
The pitch is in good condition.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation while Nottingham Forest appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Phil Brighton.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Wolverhampton Wanderers kicking off!
2.33
0-0Robert Deguerville flicks the ball to his team mate, Bruno Jesus. Bruno Jesus advances inside the box! Bruno Jesus muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it's well over the bar!
3.15
0-0Leon Mendonca hacks Ian Cooper from behind! Leon Mendonca is given a warning by the referee! Ian Cooper hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
4.45
Leon Mendonca knocks the ball forward to Syd Haynes. Syd Haynes knocks in a cross ball towards Robert Deguerville. Robert Deguerville is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it's a lousy effort!
6.17
0-1David Shearer kicks a strong pass forward to Syd Clemence. Syd Clemence skips past Ledley Gray! Syd Clemence tries a spectacular strike. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Syd Clemence!
9.16
Robert Deguerville kicks a strong pass forward to Bruno Jesus. Bruno Jesus knocks in a cross ball towards Kelvin Britton. Kelvin Britton flicks the ball with his head. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
12.40
1-1John Platt makes a simple pass to Kelvin Britton. Kelvin Britton knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by James Benali.
20.21
John Platt surges forward with the ball. John Platt shoots from distance but it is shockingly off target!
21.20
Steve Ball knocks the ball forward to Marvin Hackworth. Marvin Hackworth lofts in a cross ball towards Ian Cooper. Ian Cooper makes a deft header but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
26.04
James Benali makes a beautiful solo run. James Benali passes the ball forward to Paul Higginbotham. Paul Higginbotham knocks in a cross ball towards Ian Cooper. Ian Cooper is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it's well over the bar!
30.53
1-1Steve Ball flicks a high ball forward to Marvin Hackworth who takes it down. Marvin Hackworth knocks in a cross ball towards Steve Ball. Steve Ball finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Marcus Andrews gathers the ball up comfortably. Top class keeping!
32.24
Ledley Gray sees John Platt in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. John Platt threads a neat ball through to Kelvin Britton. Kelvin Britton whips in a cross ball towards Gionatha Moretti. Gionatha Moretti flicks the ball with his head but it is miles over!
38.08
Ruel Defoe flicks the ball to his team mate, Syd Clemence. Syd Clemence sees Marvin Hackworth in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Marvin Hackworth whips in a cross ball towards Steve Ball. Steve Ball flicks the ball with his head. It's miles wide!
39.45
Titus Lee catches John Platt on the ankles. The referee brings Titus Lee to one side and gives him a warning! John Platt runs off the knock.
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Wolverhampton Wanderers appear unchanged since the first half. Nottingham Forest also appear unchanged since the first half. The Nottingham Forest players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Nottingham Forest kick off!
53.20
Robert Deguerville flicks a high pass forward to Gionatha Moretti who brings the ball under control. Gionatha Moretti shoots from 20 yards but it's a lousy effort!
54.29
Robert Deguerville makes an attacking run forward. Robert Deguerville knocks in a cross ball towards Kelvin Britton. Kelvin Britton powers a header at goal. Isaiah Walsh gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous stop!
60.29
Paul Higginbotham flicks a high pass forward to Marvin Hackworth who brings the ball under control. Marvin Hackworth knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
66.53
Syd Clemence deftly passes the ball to his team mate, David Shearer. David Shearer shoots from long range but it's well over the bar!
67.07
Dave Williamson hits a low pass to Ledley Gray. Ledley Gray flicks a high pass forward. Syd Haynes holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Syd Haynes knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Isaiah Walsh who gathers it comfortably.
71.20
Paul Higginbotham flicks a high ball forward to Marvin Hackworth who takes it down. Marvin Hackworth knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
73.42
With imagination, Ledley Gray picks a pass forward to John Platt. John Platt deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Kelvin Britton. Kelvin Britton lofts in a cross ball towards Robert Deguerville. Robert Deguerville rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it's a woeful effort!
75.48
Titus Lee makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Syd Clemence. Syd Clemence knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
79.10
Robert Deguerville takes it forward alone. Robert Deguerville rushes past Titus Lee! Some good footwork from Robert Deguerville provides some space. He shoots at goal. Magnificent save by Isaiah Walsh!
83.09
Robert Deguerville flicks a high pass forward. Bruno Jesus collects the pass. Bruno Jesus knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Edward Mcleod.
85.37
David Shearer passes the ball forward to Ian Cooper. Ian Cooper whips in a cross ball towards Steve Ball. Steve Ball makes a convincing header but Marcus Andrews is on top of it.
87.37
James Benali flicks the ball to his team mate, Ruel Defoe. Ruel Defoe runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Ruel Defoe whips in a cross ball towards Marvin Hackworth. Marvin Hackworth is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal but it is tipped over by Marcus Andrews.
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 Syd Clemence of Nottingham Forest |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Marcus Andrews (GK)
7
2. Dave Williamson (DEF)
6
3. Ashley Patterson (DEF)
6
4. Leon Mendonca (DEF)
6
5. Ledley Gray (DEF)
6
6. John Platt (MID)
7
7. Robert Deguerville (MID)
9
8. Kelvin Britton (ATT)
9
9. Syd Haynes (ATT)
6
10. Gionatha Moretti (ATT)
6
11. Bruno Jesus (ATT)
7
12. Joe Banks (DEF)
0
13. Norman Standing (MID)
0
14. Carlton Wright (ATT)
0
1. Isaiah Walsh (GK)
7
2. James Benali (DEF)
7
3. Ruel Defoe (DEF)
7
4. Edward Mcleod (DEF)
6
5. Paul Higginbotham (MID)
6
6. Titus Lee (MID)
6
7. Syd Clemence (MID)
9
8. Steve Ball (MID)
7
9. Marvin Hackworth (ATT)
7
10. Ian Cooper (ATT)
6
11. David Shearer (ATT)
7
12. Daniele Jacobs (ATT)
0
13. Michael James (DEF)
0
14. Ledley Copping (DEF)
0