Match Summary
Waterside Karori defeated Napier City Rovers 2:1. The match was played in National League - Central 2025. Goals were scored by I. Delaney 68′, C. Leopard 79′, I. Delaney 87′. Waterside Karori made 4 substitutions, Napier City Rovers made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Waterside Karori and Napier City Rovers — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Waterside Karori lined up in a — formation under T. Fouquet, while Napier City Rovers deployed a — under B. Robertson.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Waterside Karori have contributed 12 goals and 0 assists this season, led by I. Delaney (4G). Napier City Rovers's starters account for 6 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
Waterside Karori 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
Waterside Karori's starters have collected 10 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 Waterside Karori's starting XI is 25.3 (youngest: T. Reedy-Dunn (22), oldest: B. Taye (30)), 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
Waterside Karori's starters average 6 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Waterside Karori have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Napier City Rovers show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Waterside Karori and Napier City Rovers have met 1 times — Waterside Karori 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 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (0 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026