Match Report


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Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Borough Briggs where Elgin City play host to Montrose. A crowd of 2,284 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Elgin City are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Montrose appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Today's match is refereed by Dominic Mccall.


0.00
The whistle blows and Montrose kick off!
2.40
Richard McCoist knocks the ball forward to Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson knocks in a cross ball towards Kevin Bremner. With a superhuman jump, Kevin Bremner connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
3.57
Stuart Brady controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Matt Ritchie. Matt Ritchie whips in a cross ball towards Stephen Thomson. Stephen Thomson heads the ball goalwards. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
8.41
Stephen Hopkin deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Stuart Brady. Stuart Brady flicks the ball to his team mate, Matt Ritchie. Matt Ritchie knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Andy Elliott.
10.15
Stephen Mcallister makes a run forward as Scott Hansen takes the throw-in. Stephen Mcallister skillfully chests the ball down. Stephen Mcallister plays the ball forward to Stephen Thomson. Stephen Thomson knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
14.10
Richard McCoist sees Callum Davidson in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Callum Davidson shoots from distance but it rises well off target!
15.46
Liam Moore makes a beautiful solo run. Liam Moore flicks the ball to his team mate, Matt Ritchie. Matt Ritchie shoots from outside the area but it's a lousy effort!
18.24
Don Naysmith kicks a strong pass forward to Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson edges inside the box! Some superb footwork from Callum Davidson provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
21.32
Showing composure, Richard McCoist plays the ball forward to Kevin Bremner. Kevin Bremner chips the ball to his team mate, Callum Davidson. Some good footwork from Callum Davidson provides some space. He shoots at goal. It's miles wide!
32.30
Stephen Hopkin makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Stuart Brady. Stuart Brady decides to run forward with the ball. Stuart Brady whips in a cross ball towards Gary Hansen. Gary Hansen finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but Scott Cleland is between the ball and the goal. Well blocked!
34.17
With a delightful solo run, Stuart Greig stretches the opposition's defence. Stuart Greig knocks in a cross ball towards Gary Hansen. Gary Hansen directs the ball goalwards with his head but it is miles over!
36.38
Paul McGrory makes a probing pass to Garry Mcallister. Garry Mcallister surges forward with the ball. Garry Mcallister finds some space and shoots from distance but it's a lousy effort!
42.31
Stephen Thomson hacks Scott Cleland from behind! The referee calls over Stephen Thomson and shows him a yellow card! Scott Cleland hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!

Both teams emerge for the second half. Elgin City appear unchanged since the first half. Montrose also appear unchanged since the first half.

45.00
The whistle blows and Elgin City get the second half underway!
47.04
Liam Moore sees Scott Hansen in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Scott Hansen knocks the ball forward to Matt Ritchie. Matt Ritchie knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Paul McGrory.
54.22
Scott Hansen takes it forward alone. Scott Hansen edges inside the box! Scott Hansen makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
55.36
Liam Moore hacks Callum Davidson from behind! The referee brings Liam Moore to one side and gives him a warning! Callum Davidson hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
57.35
Paul McCoist picks a pass forward to Don Naysmith. Don Naysmith passes the ball forward to Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson plays a one-two with Kevin Bremner and advances towards the goal... Some good footwork from Callum Davidson provides some space. He shoots at goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
59.15
Stephen Hopkin flicks a high pass forward to Scott Hansen who brings the ball under control. Scott Hansen runs straight at the opposition's defence. Scott Hansen lofts in a cross ball towards Gary Hansen. Gary Hansen gets a glancing touch on the cross ball but it's well over the bar!
61.33
Liam Moore makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Stuart Brady. Stuart Brady knocks the ball forward to Gary Hansen. Gary Hansen knocks the ball to his team mate, Matt Ritchie. Matt Ritchie looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
66.32
Stuart Brady deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Stephen Thomson. Stephen Thomson controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it curls horrendously wide!
69.39
Garry Mcallister deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson edges inside the box! Callum Davidson comes in from the left and smashes a shot from 9 yards out but it flies just off target!
77.05
Montrose have made 3 substitutions with David Mason replacing Liam Moore, Paul Telfer replacing Stephen Thomson and Duncan Booth replacing Gary Hansen .
78.06
Stephen Mcallister sees space and advances. Stephen Mcallister shoots from outside the area but it curls horrendously wide!
83.31
Garry Mcallister deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
85.29
Paul McCoist flicks a high pass forward. Garry Mcallister controls it well on his chest. Without breaking stride, Garry Mcallister plays the ball forward to Callum Davidson. Callum Davidson plays a scrappy one-two with Matt Niven and stumbles forward towards the goal... Callum Davidson looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball takes a deflection leaving Jacob Makin with no chance!! Goal for Elgin City!
89.21
Stuart Greig barges into Richard McCoist. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Richard McCoist stretches but gets up unharmed.
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!

Match Statistics
Goals
2
2
Shots on Target
2
3
Shots off Target
7
6
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
0
3
Yellow Cards
0
2
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
49.3%
50.7%
Play Area
30.7%
44%
25.3%


Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Callum Davidson of Elgin City

Match Ratings
1.Dave Ehiogu (GK)
6
2.Scott Cleland (DEF)
6
3.Paul McCoist (DEF)
6
4.Paul McGrory (DEF)
6
5.Andy Elliott (DEF)
6
6.Don Naysmith (MID)
6
7.Richard McCoist (MID)
6
8.Garry Mcallister (MID)
6
9.Kevin Bremner (ATT)
6
10.Matt Niven (ATT)
6
11.Callum Davidson (ATT)goal scoredgoal scored
9
 
12.Stuart Elliott (DEF)
0
13.Gavin Mcinnes (MID)
0
14.Stuart Bastin (ATT)
0

1.Jacob Makin (GK)
6
2.Liam Moore (DEF)
6
3.Colin McNeill (DEF)
6
4.Stephen Hopkin (DEF)
6
5.Stuart Brady (MID)
7
6.Stuart Greig (MID)yellow card
6
7.Scott Hansen (MID)
7
8.Stephen Mcallister (MID)
6
9.Gary Hansen (ATT)
6
10.Stephen Thomson (ATT)goal scoredyellow card
7
11.Matt Ritchie (ATT)goal scored
8
 
12.David Mason (ATT)
6
13.Paul Telfer (MID)
6
14.Duncan Booth (DEF)
6