Division 5 Östergötland Mellersta, men 2023
Kimstad GoIF - Vånga IF (2 - 0)
Match in Division 5 Östergötland Mellersta, men 2023
Match start: 2023-05-23 at 19:00
Venue: Krokhagens IP
Attendance: 250
Kimstad GoIF defeated Vånga IF 2-0 in an exciting match at Krokhagens IP in Division 5 Östergötland Mellersta series. Liam Ekeroth was the match hero for the home team with two crucial goals.
The match started with a high tempo, and already in the fourth minute, Liam Ekeroth scored the first goal for Kimstad GoIF, putting the home team in the lead 1-0. Vånga IF tried to equalize, but the home team's defense held firm and eliminated all chances for the away team.
In the 23rd minute, Liam Ekeroth struck again, scoring his second goal of the evening and securing a 2-0 lead for Kimstad GoIF. Vånga IF attempted to come back into the match, but Kimstad GoIF's defense proved too difficult to break down.
In the second half, Vånga IF tried to apply pressure and get back into the game, but the home team stood strong and maintained their lead. Kimstad GoIF's Albin Larsson received a yellow card in the 59th minute but continued to fight on. Unfortunately, he received another yellow card and had to leave the pitch in the 87th minute.
Even though Kimstad GoIF had to play with one man fewer, Vånga IF did not believe in a comeback. The home team held tight and won the match 2-0. Kimstad GoIF's coach was satisfied with the victory and said after the match: "We got a good start to the game and were able to hold on to our lead. The team fought hard and defended well. I am proud of the players' performance today."
GK = Goalkeeper, D = Defender, M = Midfielder, F = Forward, C = Captain, Off = Substituted off, In = Substituted in, YC = Booked (Yellow card), RC = Sent off (Red card)