Stevenage v Cambridge Match Report & Stats: 0-2 – Cambridge Upset the Hosts

Competition | League One |
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Date | Tuesday, 22 October 2024 |
Teams | Stevenage v Cambridge |
Final Score | 0-2 |
Stevenage v Cambridge Match Report
Cambridge secured a surprise 2-0 victory over Stevenage at The Lamex Stadium, breaking the hosts’ impressive run of clean sheets. Goals from Kevin Smith and Sullay Kaikai sealed the win for Cambridge, who were clinical despite Stevenage enjoying more possession.
The home side started well but struggled to break through a resolute Cambridge defence. Paul Digby’s early strike set the tone, and despite Stevenage’s efforts to push for an equalizer, they were hit on the break by Kaikai’s late goal to secure all three points for the visitors.
Key Moments
- 31' Goal (0-1 Cambridge): Kevin Smith put Cambridge ahead with a smart finish following a well-timed assist from Paul Digby.
- 90' Goal (0-2 Cambridge): Sullay Kaikai sealed the victory for Cambridge, scoring in stoppage time after a brilliant pass from Max Emmanuel.
Stevenage couldn’t find their usual defensive stability, with Cambridge taking advantage of their limited chances to inflict a rare home defeat on the hosts.
Stats at a Glance
Stat | Stevenage | Cambridge |
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Possession | 59% | 41% |
Shots on Target | 4 | 7 |
Shots Off Target | 3 | 3 |
Blocked Shots | 3 | 5 |
Corners | 4 | 3 |
Offsides | 2 | 0 |
Fouls | 9 | 21 |
Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
Lineups
Stevenage (4-2-3-1):
- GK: Matt Cooper – 6.7
- DF: Carl Piergianni (C) – 6.7, Luke Freestone – 7.8, Kane Smith – 6.7, Dan Butler – 7.3
- MF: Dan Phillips – 6.9, Louis Thompson – 6.6, Jack Roberts – 5.9, Daniel Kemp – 6.9, Joe Young – 5.9
- FW: Jamie Reid – 6.3
Cambridge (3-4-2-1):
- GK: Vicente Reyes – 7.2
- DF: Jubril Okedina – 7.2, Mark Morrison (C) – 7.3, Jordan Gibbons – 7.8
- MF: Liam Bennett – 7.7, Paul Digby – 7.7, Kevin Smith – 7.7, James Brophy – 6.8
- FW: Dan N'Lundulu – 6.8, Elias Kachunga – 6.9
Pre-Match Predictions Reviewed
- ❌ Stevenage win to nil (17/10): This prediction was incorrect as Cambridge secured a 2-0 victory, preventing Stevenage from keeping a clean sheet.
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Dusan Jovanovic
Over the past ten years, Dusan has specialised in analysing and handicapping various sports leagues, including the NFL, MLB, NCAA Football, NCAA Basketball, NBA, NHL, and numerous European football leagues.