Match report
Aberdeen Defeats FK Ventspils 1-0 in UEFA Europa League Qualifier
FK Ventspils
0–1
FT
Aberdeen
Jul 21, 2016
Aberdeen secured a narrow victory over FK Ventspils, defeating them 1-0 in their UEFA Europa League qualifier. The match was a tale of discipline and persistence, with Aberdeen's lone goal by Andrew Rooney in the 79th minute proving decisive. FK Ventspils struggled to capitalize on their chances and found themselves overwhelmed by Aberdeen's tactical approach. Aberdeen's solid defense and clinical finishing ensured they progressed to the next round of the competition.
Key Facts
- • Aberdeen's Andrew Rooney scored the only goal in the 79th minute
- • Aberdeen received three yellow cards: R. Jack (18'), K. McLean (41'), and G. Shinnie (73')
- • FK Ventspils' Nikita Kolesovs was shown a yellow card (59')
- • Aberdeen made three substitutions: N. McGinn (71'), W. Burns (80'), and J. Hayes (82')
Lineups
FK Ventspils
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 M. Uvarenko (G)
- 26 A. Jemeļins (D)
- 22 N. Boranijašević (D)
- 19 N. Koļesovs (D)
- 21 V. Rečickis (M)
- 8 A. Sineļnikovs (D)
- 25 R. Rugins (M)
- 9 S. Paulius (M)
- 15 A. Alekseev (F)
- 4 R. Obuobi (D)
- 20 G. Karlsons (F)
Substitutes
- 14 E. Tīdenbergs
- 23 K. Svarups
- 11 A. Alfa
- 3 V. Žuļevs
- 5 A. Adigun
- 7 J. Žigajevs
- 16 A. Pavlovs
Aberdeen
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 J. Lewis (G)
- 4 A. Considine (D)
- 6 M. Reynolds (D)
- 2 S. Logan (D)
- 3 G. Shinnie (M)
- 5 A. Taylor (D)
- 11 J. Hayes (M)
- 22 R. Jack (M)
- 10 N. McGinn (F)
- 7 K. Mclean (M)
- 9 A. Rooney (F)
Substitutes
- 17 J. Stockley
- 8 W. Burns
- 39 M. Storey
- 15 A. O'Connor
- 24 S. McKenna
- 25 N. Alexander
- 26 S. Wright
Timeline
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18' Aberdeen Card · Yellow CardR. Jack -
41' Aberdeen Card · Yellow CardK. McLean -
59' FK Ventspils Card · Yellow CardNikita Kolesovs -
65' FK Ventspils subst · Substitution 1Off: Alans Sinelnikovs · On: E. Tīdenbergs -
71' Aberdeen subst · Substitution 1Off: N. McGinn · On: J. Stockley -
73' Aberdeen Card · Yellow CardG. Shinnie -
76' Aberdeen Card · Yellow CardJoe Lewis -
79' Aberdeen Goal · Normal GoalA. Rooney -
80' Aberdeen subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Rooney · On: W. Burns -
81' FK Ventspils subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Alekseev · On: K. Svarups -
82' Aberdeen subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Hayes · On: M. Storey -
86' FK Ventspils subst · Substitution 3Off: V. Rečickis · On: A. Alfa
Match Stats
| Stat | FK Ventspils | Aberdeen |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 8 | 13 |
| Corners | 4 | 7 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 7 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 6 |
| Possession | 54% | 46% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 5 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Aberdeen's Andrew Rooney scored the crucial goal in the 79th minute, breaking the deadlock and securing the win
- ▸ Aberdeen's disciplined defense and tactical substitutions helped them maintain their lead in the closing stages