Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
There is a slight drizzle in the air here at Elland Road where Leeds United play host to Tottenham Hotspur. A crowd of 13,014 fill this 14,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Leeds United are playing in a 3-5-2 formation while Tottenham Hotspur appear to be shaped for 4-3-2-1.
Today's match is refereed by Del Gascoigne.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Leeds United are playing in a 3-5-2 formation while Tottenham Hotspur appear to be shaped for 4-3-2-1.
Today's match is refereed by Del Gascoigne.
0.00
0-0Leeds United kick off and get the first half underway!
2.24
0-0Eoin Salako threads a neat ball through to Jakob Gleisenstein. Jakob Gleisenstein makes a probing pass to Bill Lightfoot. Bill Lightfoot finds some space and shoots from distance. It's miles wide!
8.14
Oscar Gutierrez takes it forward alone. Oscar Gutierrez makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Henry Myers. Henry Myers shoots from 20 yards. The ball hits the post, bouncing back into play. Leeds United are unable to capitalise and the keeper manages to gather up the loose ball.
12.48
Bill Lightfoot decides to run forward with the ball. Bill Lightfoot tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
15.58
0-0Eoin Salako knocks the ball forward to Jakob Gleisenstein. Jakob Gleisenstein makes a probing pass to Helder Lopes. Helder Lopes puts a great ball through. Joao Faria runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
16.36
1-0Showing composure, Scott Sherwood picks a pass forward to Antonio Quaresma. Antonio Quaresma makes a beautiful solo run. Antonio Quaresma whips in a cross ball towards Henry Myers. Henry Myers makes a deft header. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
21.54
1-0Thomas Neuhaus clumsily knocks into Henry Myers. Thomas Neuhaus is given a warning by the referee! Henry Myers runs off the knock.
24.56
Jakob Gleisenstein flicks a high pass forward to Joao Faria who brings the ball under control. Joao Faria whips in a cross ball towards Bill Lightfoot. Bill Lightfoot connects with a diving header. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
30.52
1-1Showing composure, Eoin Salako laces a through ball forward to Jakob Gleisenstein. Seeing a gap ahead, Jakob Gleisenstein picks a pass forward to Roberto Gerritsen. Roberto Gerritsen knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by John Shaw.
33.30
1-1Thomas Neuhaus flicks a high pass forward to Roberto Gerritsen who brings the ball under control. Roberto Gerritsen knocks in a cross ball towards Bill Lightfoot. Bill Lightfoot flicks the ball with his head. The keeper is on top of it. Excellent save!
40.38
Jakob Gleisenstein threads a neat ball through to Joao Faria. Joao Faria controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it's well over the bar!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Leeds United appear unchanged since the first half. Tottenham Hotspur also appear unchanged since the first half. The Leeds United players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
The second half starts with Tottenham Hotspur kicking off!
47.10
Antonio Quaresma runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Antonio Quaresma knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
54.05
1-1Roberto Gerritsen takes it forward alone. Roberto Gerritsen knocks in a cross ball towards Joao Faria. John Shaw barges into Joao Faria. That's got to be a penalty! Yes!!
54.05
1-1The referee points to the spot..
55.12
Joao Faria takes a cautious run up. The ball rockets into the roof of the net. Goal!
57.45
Efrain Cardenas pushes up the pitch. Efrain Cardenas flicks a high pass forward. Joao Faria controls it well on his chest. Joao Faria deftly passes the ball to Bill Lightfoot, releasing him through on goal. Bill Lightfoot muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
60.29
1-3Leeds United have made 3 substitutions with Ensio Taulerus replacing Antonio Quaresma, Lomano Fletcher replacing Nuno Fernandes and Stan Mercer replacing Henry Myers .
63.24
Scott Sherwood makes a beautiful solo run. Scott Sherwood chips the ball to his team mate, Pierre Tapella. Pierre Tapella shoots from long range. It's miles wide!
65.35
Roberto Gerritsen sees Joao Faria in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Joao Faria lofts in a cross ball towards Bill Lightfoot. Bill Lightfoot connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal which easily beats the keeper. Goal!! That's his third!
69.21
1-4Helder Lopes clumsily knocks into Ricardo Valdano. The referee calls over Helder Lopes and shows him a yellow card! Ricardo Valdano hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
75.24
Thomas Neuhaus changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Thomas Neuhaus plays a one-two with Bill Lightfoot and advances towards the goal... Thomas Neuhaus rockets a shot on goal but slams it into the crowd!
78.08
1-4Joe Salmon knocks the ball to his team mate, Joao Faria. Joao Faria whips in a cross ball towards Helder Lopes. Helder Lopes powers a header at goal but is denied by John Shaw. Excellent block.
79.28
Jakob Gleisenstein threads a neat ball through to Roberto Gerritsen. Roberto Gerritsen plays a one-two with Thomas Neuhaus and advances towards the goal... Roberto Gerritsen shows great control and tries a shot on goal. What a cracker!! Danny Defoe had no chance!! Goal for Tottenham Hotspur!
83.32
Oscar Gutierrez flicks a high pass forward to Stan Mercer who brings the ball under control. Stan Mercer knocks in a cross ball towards Jean-Paul Van Ede. Jean-Paul Van Ede flicks the ball with his head. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
87.51
Jakob Gleisenstein controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Bill Lightfoot. Bill Lightfoot shoots from outside the area. Danny Defoe gathers the ball up comfortably. Fabulous save!
90.00
Oscar Gutierrez flicks the ball to his team mate, Jean-Paul Van Ede. Jean-Paul Van Ede threads a neat ball through to Pierre Tapella. Pierre Tapella shoots from distance. It curls slightly but Rodrigo Rego manages to gather it comfortably.
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
| Henry Myers 16 Jean-Paul Van Ede 83 | Bill Lightfoot 25, 57, 65 Joao Faria 55 (p) Roberto Gerritsen 79 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Bill Lightfoot of Tottenham Hotspur |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Danny Defoe (GK)
6
2. Oscar Gutierrez (DEF)
6
3. Scott Sherwood (DEF)
6
4. John Shaw (DEF)
6
5. Jean-Paul Van Ede (MID)
7
6. Antonio Quaresma (MID)
7
7. Gerald Revelles (MID)
6
8. Ricardo Valdano (MID)
6
9. Nuno Fernandes (MID)
6
10. Pierre Tapella (ATT)
6
11. Henry Myers (ATT)
7
12. Ensio Taulerus (MID)
6
13. Lomano Fletcher (DEF)
6
14. Stan Mercer (ATT)
6
1. Rodrigo Rego (GK)
6
2. Eoin Salako (DEF)
6
3. Efrain Cardenas (DEF)
6
4. Ivan Sinclair (DEF)
6
5. Joe Salmon (DEF)
6
6. Roberto Gerritsen (MID)
8
7. Jakob Gleisenstein (MID)
7
8. Thomas Neuhaus (MID)
6
9. Bill Lightfoot (ATT)
10
10. Joao Faria (ATT)
7
11. Helder Lopes (ATT)
5
12. Frank Bellamy (ATT)
0
13. Ferdinand Viera (ATT)
0
14. Nicky Duberry (ATT)
0