Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Goodison Park where Everton play host to AFC Wimbledon. A crowd of 12,833 fill this 14,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Everton are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while AFC Wimbledon appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Sylvain Davis.
The pitch is in good condition.
Everton are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while AFC Wimbledon appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Sylvain Davis.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Everton kicking off!
2.06
0-0Leonardo Pires Viera hacks Jason Gordon from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Jason Gordon hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
8.24
0-0Luis Aguilar flicks a high pass forward to David Elliott who brings the ball under control. David Elliott knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Marino Di Masi.
9.02
0-0Robbie Winterburn makes a simple pass to Paul Impey. Paul Impey makes a beautiful solo run. Paul Impey knocks in a cross ball towards David Elliott. David Elliott rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it flies just off target!
14.38
0-0Jason Gordon flicks a high pass forward. Paul Impey collects the pass. Paul Impey threads a neat ball through to Steven Delaney. Steven Delaney whips in a cross ball towards David Elliott. David Elliott finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Superb reactions from Dirk Van Der Sar. What a save!
15.39
0-0Jason Gordon comes in with a late challenge on James Eustace. The referee calls over Jason Gordon and warns him to calm down! James Eustace carries on, but is struggling a bit.
16.52
Robbie Winterburn barges into Graeme Thomson. Robbie Winterburn is shown the yellow card! Graeme Thomson gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
18.22
Graham Wilcox flicks a high ball forward to Leonardo Pires Viera who takes it down. Leonardo Pires Viera knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
20.27
Gary Cleland launches a long ball forward. Leonardo Pires Viera knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Fredrik Goldberg.
21.36
Gavin Wise flicks a high pass forward. James Eustace collects the pass. James Eustace sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Wonderful reactions from Eric Dijkhuizen keeps it out!
27.51
Philipp Haller advances with the ball. Philipp Haller threads a neat ball through to Ronnie Watson. Ronnie Watson shoots from outside the area. The ball hits the post, bouncing back into play. Everton are unable to capitalise and the keeper manages to gather up the loose ball.
28.24
Henry Mowbray passes the ball forward to Steven Delaney. Steven Delaney knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Dirk Van Der Sar who gathers it comfortably.
30.56
Robbie Winterburn flicks a high pass forward. Paul Impey holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Paul Impey chips the ball to his team mate, Luis Aguilar. Luis Aguilar knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Dirk Van Der Sar who gathers it comfortably.
33.44
Edward Adams flicks a high ball forward to Gabriel Fernandez who takes it down. Gabriel Fernandez cuts inside the box! Some superb footwork from Gabriel Fernandez provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent save!
39.27
Gary Cleland passes the ball forward to Leonardo Pires Viera. Leonardo Pires Viera knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eric Dijkhuizen who gathers it comfortably.
44.26
1-0Jason Gordon knocks the ball forward to Paul Impey. Paul Impey runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Paul Impey whips in a cross ball towards Ronnie Watson. Ronnie Watson is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. What a cracker!! Dirk Van Der Sar had no chance!! Goal for Everton!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Everton have changed their lineup with Simon Blake replacing Jason Gordon, Matthew Lloyd replacing Paul Impey and Anthony Salmon replacing Ronnie Watson. AFC Wimbledon have changed their lineup with Marcus Richards replacing Gavin Wise and Carlton Guppy replacing James Eustace. The AFC Wimbledon players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
AFC Wimbledon start the second half!
49.41
Simon Blake makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Fredrik Goldberg. Fredrik Goldberg knocks the ball to his team mate, Anthony Salmon. Anthony Salmon lofts in a cross ball towards David Elliott. David Elliott is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Dirk Van Der Sar manages to gather it easily.
51.36
Henry Mowbray kicks a strong pass forward to David Elliott. David Elliott whips in a cross ball towards Anthony Salmon. Anthony Salmon connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
54.21
Simon Blake controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Henry Mowbray. Henry Mowbray hits a low pass to Anthony Salmon. Anthony Salmon knocks in a cross ball towards Luis Aguilar. Luis Aguilar is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The keeper is on top of it. Excellent keeping!
55.41
Marino Di Masi threads a neat ball through to Carlton Guppy. Carlton Guppy knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Simon Blake.
59.33
Graham Wilcox makes a simple pass to Leonardo Pires Viera. Leonardo Pires Viera plays a quick one-two with Gabriel Fernandez and rushes in on goal... Leonardo Pires Viera strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
66.32
Henry Mowbray flicks a high pass forward. Anthony Salmon controls it well on his chest. Anthony Salmon lofts in a cross ball towards David Elliott. David Elliott is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Dirk Van Der Sar punches it away to safety.
73.53
Gabriel Fernandez flicks a high pass forward. Leonardo Pires Viera controls it well on his chest. Leonardo Pires Viera lofts in a cross ball towards Gabriel Fernandez. With a superhuman jump, Gabriel Fernandez connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. Solid save from Eric Dijkhuizen. What a great pair of hands!
78.48
Marcus Richards threads a neat ball through to Leonardo Pires Viera. Leonardo Pires Viera whips in a cross ball towards Carlton Guppy. Carlton Guppy knocks the ball goalwards with his head but it goes wide for a goal kick.
79.10
With a delightful solo run, Edward Adams stretches the opposition's defence. Edward Adams knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
81.05
Marino Di Masi flicks a high pass forward. Graham Wilcox collects the pass. Graham Wilcox knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Eric Dijkhuizen who gathers it comfortably.
83.22
Graeme Thomson threads the ball through to Edward Adams. Edward Adams kicks a strong pass forward to Gary Cleland. Gary Cleland knocks in a cross ball towards Carlton Guppy. Carlton Guppy flicks the ball with his head. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
87.40
2-2Graeme Thomson clumsily knocks into Steven Delaney. The referee calls over Graeme Thomson and warns him to calm down! Steven Delaney stretches but gets up unharmed.
87.40
2-2Free kick to Everton just outside the area...
88.21
David Elliott takes a cautious run up but the ball clips the wall and is cleared by the defence.
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
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. Eric Dijkhuizen (GK)
7
2. Fredrik Goldberg (DEF)
6
3. Robbie Winterburn (DEF)
5
4. Jason Gordon (DEF)
6
5. Philipp Haller (DEF)
7
6. Henry Mowbray (MID)
7
7. Paul Impey (MID)
8
8. Luis Aguilar (MID)
7
9. Ronnie Watson (ATT)
8
10. David Elliott (ATT)
7
11. Steven Delaney (ATT)
6
12. Simon Blake (DEF)
6
13. Matthew Lloyd (MID)
6
14. Anthony Salmon (ATT)
9
1. Dirk Van Der Sar (GK)
8
2. Marino Di Masi (DEF)
7
3. Graeme Thomson (DEF)
6
4. Oliver Dittrich (DEF)
6
5. Graham Wilcox (MID)
6
6. Gary Cleland (MID)
7
7. Gavin Wise (MID)
6
8. Edward Adams (MID)
7
9. Gabriel Fernandez (ATT)
8
10. James Eustace (ATT)
6
11. Leonardo Pires Viera (ATT)
8
12. Gavin Souness (DEF)
0
13. Marcus Richards (MID)
6
14. Carlton Guppy (ATT)
8