26 February 2023 at 19:00
Match Summary
Rivers United defeated Motema Pembe 1:0. The match was played in CAF Confederation Cup 2022. Goals were scored by P. Acquah 53′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Motema Pembe had 60% possession while Rivers United held 40%. Motema Pembe had 22 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Rivers United. Motema Pembe made 4 substitutions, Rivers United made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Motema Pembe and Rivers United — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Motema Pembe had 60% possession against Rivers United's 40%. Motema Pembe registered 22 shots (4 on target) while Rivers United managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–6. Fouls committed: 8–24.
Lineups
Motema Pembe lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under T. Djene, while Rivers United deployed a 4-3-3 under S. Eguma.
Defensive Solidity
Motema Pembe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rivers United's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Motema Pembe field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Rivers United's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Motema Pembe start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Rivers United averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: T. Djene
Substitutes
Coach: S. Eguma
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Motema Pembe have recorded 0 wins, 5 draws and 1 defeats. Rivers United show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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