Match Report
Match Report
Match Report
Rain falls steadily from above here at Elland Road where Leeds United play host to Manchester United. Its a sell-out today with the 10,500 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Leeds United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Manchester United appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Danny Hendrie.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Leeds United are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Manchester United appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Danny Hendrie.
0.00
0-0Leeds United kick off!
2.01
0-0Phil Clapham sees a break and surges forward. Phil Clapham sees Simon Scholz just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Simon Scholz side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. The ball dips but the keeper is more than a match for it. Great save!
3.17
0-0Vincenzo Pfeiffer flicks a high ball forward to Phil Clapham who takes it down. With a delightful solo run, Phil Clapham stretches the opposition's defence. Phil Clapham knocks the ball forward to Edmundo Verges but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
4.47
Vincenzo Pfeiffer flicks a high pass forward. Simon Scholz controls it well on his chest. Simon Scholz sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball comes in low, but Billy Rae comfortably smothers it!
14.32
Kieron Mcgreal plays the ball forward to Scott Hansen. Scott Hansen tries a spectacular long range effort. Magnificent save by Stuart Law!
16.50
0-0Kieron Mcgreal advances with the ball. Kieron Mcgreal knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Stuart Law who gathers it comfortably.
18.51
0-0Demetrio Corini flicks the ball to his team mate, Tim Ball. Tim Ball finds some space and shoots from distance but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
20.47
Sebastian Sanchez punts the ball hopefully upfield. Kieron Mcgreal makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Ashley Seaman but he's offside!
21.32
0-0Demetrio Corini comes in with a late challenge on Phil Clapham. The referee calls over Demetrio Corini and warns him to calm down! Phil Clapham gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
22.57
Sebastian Sanchez flicks a high ball forward to Jermaine Newton who takes it down. Jermaine Newton makes a beautiful solo run. Jermaine Newton edges inside the box! Jermaine Newton takes a shot at goal but slams it into the crowd!
24.40
0-0Jermaine Newton knocks the ball to his team mate, Demetrio Corini. Demetrio Corini threads a neat ball through to Ashley Seaman. Ashley Seaman knocks the ball forward, putting Kieron Mcgreal through on goal. Stephen Gemmell clumsily knocks into Kieron Mcgreal. Penalty not given!!
26.54
Leonardo Carcedo threads the ball through to Phil Clapham. Phil Clapham knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
27.12
Stefano Ricchiuti advances with the ball. Stefano Ricchiuti whips in a cross ball towards Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but somehow Billy Rae manages to keep it out.
32.33
Vincenzo Pfeiffer makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges knocks the ball to his team mate, Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz shoots from long range. Magnificent save by Billy Rae!
34.57
Leonardo Carcedo advances with the ball. Leonardo Carcedo threads a neat ball through to Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges knocks in a cross ball towards Leonardo Carcedo. Leonardo Carcedo gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
36.16
Scott Hansen chips the ball to his team mate, Tim Ball. Tim Ball threads the ball through to Kieron Mcgreal but he's offside!
38.48
Leonardo Carcedo deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz passes the ball forward but Leonardo Carcedo is offside!
39.40
Stephen Gemmell breaks forward. Stephen Gemmell hits a low pass to Leonardo Carcedo. Leonardo Carcedo shoots from distance but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
44.43
1-0Ashley Seaman flicks a high pass forward. Scott Hansen controls it well on his chest. Scott Hansen knocks in a cross ball towards Tim Ball. Tim Ball fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Tim Ball!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Leeds United appear unchanged since the first half. Manchester United also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The second half starts with Manchester United kicking off!
49.18
Phil Clapham flicks a high pass forward. Edmundo Verges collects the pass. Edmundo Verges knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Billy Rae who gathers it comfortably.
54.46
Vincenzo Pfeiffer makes a simple pass to Stephen Gemmell. Stephen Gemmell threads a neat ball through to Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges whips in a cross ball towards Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz knocks the ball goalwards with his head. Magnificent save by Billy Rae!
55.05
Aron Claes hits a low pass to Leonardo Carcedo. Leonardo Carcedo sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It's miles wide!
57.51
1-0Kieron Mcgreal barges into Stephen Gemmell. The referee brings Kieron Mcgreal to one side and gives him a warning! Stephen Gemmell hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
59.57
1-0Vincenzo Pfeiffer chips the ball to his team mate, Leonardo Carcedo. Leonardo Carcedo chips the ball to his team mate, Tim Anderton. Tim Anderton sees Edmundo Verges just inside the box and quickly passes the ball. Some silky footwork from Edmundo Verges provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal but somehow Max Chandler happens to be in the right place to block it.
63.43
Scott Hansen knocks the ball to his team mate, Kieron Mcgreal. Kieron Mcgreal knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
65.17
Simon Scholz plays the ball forward to Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges shoots from distance but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
67.46
Kieron Mcgreal threads the ball through to Demetrio Corini. Demetrio Corini plays a one-two with Ashley Seaman and advances towards the goal... Demetrio Corini side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Demetrio Corini!
78.52
Leonardo Carcedo makes a probing pass to Simon Scholz. Simon Scholz shoots from long range. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
79.26
Phil Clapham kicks a strong pass forward to Stefano Ricchiuti. Stefano Ricchiuti deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Edmundo Verges. Edmundo Verges finds some space and shoots from distance but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
87.53
2-0Tim Anderton hacks Jermaine Newton from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Jermaine Newton runs off the knock.
90.00
Leonardo Carcedo flicks a high pass forward to Edmundo Verges who brings the ball under control. Edmundo Verges puts a great ball through. Simon Scholz runs beyond the defensive line but is deemed offside!
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
| Tim Ball 44 Demetrio Corini 67 |
Man of the Match
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Demetrio Corini of Leeds United |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Billy Rae (GK)
8
2. Paul Allman (DEF)
6
3. Sebastian Sanchez (DEF)
6
4. Max Chandler (DEF)
6
5. Jermaine Newton (DEF)
7
6. Scott Hansen (MID)
7
7. Demetrio Corini (MID)
9
8. Kieron Mcgreal (MID)
7
9. Harvey Burgess (ATT)
6
10. Tim Ball (ATT)
8
11. Ashley Seaman (ATT)
7
12. Adam Hapgood (ATT)
0
13. David Lowe (GK)
0
14. Colin McGrory (ATT)
0
1. Stuart Law (GK)
6
2. Stephen Gemmell (DEF)
7
3. Vincenzo Pfeiffer (DEF)
7
4. Aron Claes (DEF)
6
5. Norman Standing (MID)
6
6. Leonardo Carcedo (MID)
8
7. Phil Clapham (MID)
7
8. Stefano Ricchiuti (MID)
7
9. Edmundo Verges (ATT)
6
10. Simon Scholz (ATT)
7
11. Tim Anderton (ATT)
5
12. Anthony McManaman (ATT)
0
13. Jos ten Brink (DEF)
0
14. Titus Wright (MID)
0