Match Summary
Dunedin City Royals defeated Selwyn United 5:2. The match was played in National League - Southern 2025. Goals were scored by F. Cotton 15′, L. McKay 31′ (pen.), B. Jacobs 33′, M. Davidson 73′, C. Fawcett 77′, C. Williams 89′, B. Jacobs 90′. Selwyn United made 4 substitutions, Dunedin City Royals made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Selwyn United and Dunedin City Royals — 7 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Lineups
Selwyn United lined up in a — formation under C. Brown, while Dunedin City Royals deployed a — under B. Scoullar.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Selwyn United have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Benseman (1G). Dunedin City Royals's starters account for 5 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by C. Neil (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Selwyn United field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Dunedin City Royals'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
Selwyn United's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Dunedin City Royals. 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 Selwyn United's starting XI is 22.0 (youngest: N. Cole (18), oldest: L. McKay (26)), while Dunedin City Royals average 28.0 (youngest: C. Neil (28), oldest: C. Neil (28)). 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
Selwyn United's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 5 for Dunedin City Royals. 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, Selwyn United have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Dunedin City Royals show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Selwyn United and Dunedin City Royals have met 1 times — Selwyn United won 0, Dunedin City Royals won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Dunedin City Royals leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 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 3–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026