Match report
La Fiorita 0-0 Linfield: UEFA Champions League Draw
La Fiorita
0–0
FT
Linfield
Jul 4, 2017
La Fiorita and Linfield battled to a goalless draw in their UEFA Champions League qualifier, with both sides putting up a robust defensive effort. Despite numerous chances, neither team could break the deadlock, leading to a hard-fought stalemate. Key moments came in the form of yellow cards and tactical substitutions, with both teams showing resolve and determination throughout the match.
Key Facts
- • Final score: La Fiorita 0-0 Linfield
- • Tommaso Zafferani (La Fiorita) received a yellow card at the 24th minute
- • Mark Haughey (Linfield) received a yellow card at the 40th minute
- • Marco Gasperoni (La Fiorita) received a yellow card at the 53rd minute
- • M. Brighi replaced A. Ricchiuti for La Fiorita at the 59th minute
- • P. Smyth replaced Andrew Mitchell for Linfield at the 67th minute
- • C. Stewart replaced A. Burns for Linfield at the 69th minute
- • D. Rinaldi replaced T. Mottola for La Fiorita at the 81st minute
- • J. Mulgrew (Linfield) received a yellow card at the 90th minute
Lineups
La Fiorita
Starting XI
- 27 G. Vivan (G)
- 6 S. Olivi (D)
- 3 A. Martini (D)
- 5 R. Di Maio
- 18 M. Gasperoni
- 17 D. Tommasi (M)
- 8 C. Miglietta (M)
- 4 M. Brighi (M)
- 33 T. Zafferani (D)
- 16 D. Rinaldi (M)
- 9 E. Olcese (F)
Substitutes
- 39 A. Ricchiuti
- 20 A. Hirsch
- 10 T. Mottola
- 1 M. De Angelis
- 15 L. Lunadei
- 25 M. Colonna
- 99 A. Guidi
Linfield
Starting XI
- 1 R. Carroll
- 18 C. Casement (D)
- 5 M. Haughey (D)
- 16 M. Clarke (F)
- 2 M. Stafford (D)
- 31 N. Quinn (D)
- 3 C. Stewart (F)
- 22 J. Mulgrew (M)
- 8 S. Lowry (F)
- 7 A. Waterworth (F)
- 38 P. Smyth (M)
Substitutes
- 27 A. Mitchell
- 14 A. Burns
- 32 R. Clarke
- 24 R. Garrett
- 10 J. Stewart
- 12 K. Millar
- 35 G. Deane
Timeline
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24' La Fiorita Card · Yellow CardTommaso Zafferani
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40' Linfield Card · Yellow CardMark Haughey
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53' La Fiorita Card · Yellow CardMarco Gasperoni
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59' La Fiorita subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Brighi · On: A. Ricchiuti
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67' Linfield subst · Substitution 1Off: P. Smyth · On: Andrew Mitchell
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69' Linfield subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Stewart · On: A. Burns
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81' La Fiorita subst · Substitution 3Off: D. Rinaldi · On: T. Mottola
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90' Linfield Card · Yellow CardJ. Mulgrew
Match Stats
| Stat | La Fiorita | Linfield |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 17 | 23 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 7 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 6 | 7 |
| Corners | 1 | 4 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 2 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 5 |
| Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The yellow card issued to Tommaso Zafferani (La Fiorita) at the 24th minute slightly disrupted La Fiorita's rhythm, but they quickly regained their composure.
- ▸ Linfield's double substitution in the 67th and 69th minutes with P. Smyth and C. Stewart signaled a push for the goal, but La Fiorita's defense held firm.