Match Summary
Napier City Rovers defeated Island Bay United 6:1. The match was played in National League - Central 2025. Goals were scored by S. Lack 22′, H. Mason 50′, S. Lack 57′, J. Hoyle 63′, S. Hoyle 66′, T. Mitchener 88′, E. Spencer 90′. Island Bay United made 4 substitutions, Napier City Rovers made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Island Bay United and Napier City Rovers — 7 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Island Bay United lined up in a — formation under S. Jacobs, while Napier City Rovers deployed a — under B. Robertson.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Island Bay United have contributed 5 goals and 0 assists this season, led by T. Alvarado (3G). Napier City Rovers's starters account for 8 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by S. Lack (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Island Bay United field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Napier City Rovers's 11 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.
Discipline
Island Bay United's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Napier City Rovers. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Island Bay United's starting XI is 40.0 (youngest: L. Villa (40), oldest: L. Villa (40)), while Napier City Rovers average 26.0 (youngest: M. Johnson (20), oldest: L. Schofield (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Island Bay United's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 6 for Napier City Rovers. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Island Bay United have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Napier City Rovers show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Island Bay United and Napier City Rovers have met 1 times — Island Bay United won 0, Napier City Rovers won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Napier City Rovers leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (1 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026