Match report
Cheltenham Defeats Peterborough 2-0 in League One Clash
Cheltenham
2–0
FT
Peterborough
Apr 23, 2024
Cheltenham stunned Peterborough with an early double to secure a crucial 2-0 win in the League One clash at Whaddon Road. Goals from J. Nuttall and Matty Taylor within the first half-hour set the tone for the game, as Cheltenham maintained their defensive solidity throughout. Despite several substitutions from both sides, Peterborough could not find an equalizer, allowing Cheltenham to hold on for a valuable three points.
Key Facts
- • J. Nuttall scored the first goal in the 11th minute.
- • Matty Taylor netted the second goal at 21 minutes, receiving a yellow card later in the game for a foul.
- • Peterborough made three substitutions: Ricky-Jade Jones, J. Dornelly, and R. De Havilland came on as substitutes.
- • Cheltenham introduced Jordan Thomas, Tom Bradbury, Ben Williams, and James Olayinka late in the match.
Lineups
Cheltenham
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 1 L. Southwood (G)
- 2 S. Long (D)
- 33 C. Davies (D)
- 6 L. Freestone (D)
- 7 L. Kinsella (M)
- 23 E. Bonds (M)
- 34 T. Pett (M)
- 8 L. Sercombe (M)
- 15 W. Ferry (M)
- 9 M. Taylor (F)
- 26 J. Nuttall (F)
Substitutes
- 27 J. Thomas
- 4 T. Bradbury
- 3 B. Williams
- 17 J. Olayinka
- 39 S. Obieri
- 21 J. Pardington
- 25 J. Harrop
Peterborough
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 N. Bilokapić (G)
- 36 J. Dornelly (D)
- 20 E. Fernandez (D)
- 6 R. Crichlow-Noble (D)
- 37 H. Mills (D)
- 2 J. Katongo (M)
- 8 R. De Havilland (M)
- 16 D. Ajiboye (M)
- 17 R. Jones (M)
- 18 M. Mothersille (M)
- 9 J. Clarke-Harris (F)
Substitutes
- 24 C. O'Connell
- 47 P. Aderoju
- 28 J. Wakeling
- 35 D. O'Brien-Brady
- 12 V. Campbell
- 25 F. Talley
- 22 H. Kyprianou
Timeline
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11' Cheltenham Goal · Normal GoalJ. Nuttall -
21' Cheltenham Goal · Normal GoalMatty Taylor -
52' Peterborough subst · Substitution 1Off: R. De Havilland · On: C. O'Connell -
56' Peterborough subst · Substitution 2Off: Ricky-Jade Jones · On: O. Aderoju -
72' Peterborough subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Dornelly · On: J. Wakeling -
74' Cheltenham Card · Yellow CardMatty TaylorFoul
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79' Cheltenham subst · Substitution 1Off: Matty Taylor · On: Jordan Thomas -
86' Cheltenham subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Freestone · On: Tom Bradbury -
90'+2 Cheltenham subst · Substitution 3Off: W. Ferry · On: Ben Williams -
90'+2 Cheltenham subst · Substitution 4Off: Liam Sercombe · On: James Olayinka
Match Stats
| Stat | Cheltenham | Peterborough |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 18 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 69% | 82% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 25 | 9 |
| Corners | 7 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 308 | 584 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 3 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 11 | 4 |
| Possession | 35% | 65% |
| Accurate Passes | 213 | 477 |
| Shots Inside Box | 16 | 6 |
| Saves | 2 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 9 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goals by J. Nuttall and Matty Taylor within 10 minutes of each other set a strong tone for Cheltenham.
- ▸ Peterborough's failure to respond despite several substitutions in the second half allowed Cheltenham to maintain control.