Peterborough thrashes Cambridge United in a resounding 7-1 win
Peterborough asserted their dominance over Cambridge United in a match that highlighted the home team’s offensive prowess. Peterborough’s clinical finishing resulted in seven goals, while Cambridge United could only manage a single strike.
The match began with an early goal from R. Jones (minute 25) for Peterborough, who set the pace for the game. K. Poku emerged as the star of the show with a hat-trick (minutes 32, 39 and 90), showcasing his excellent form. In addition, M. Mothersille (minute 44) and R. De Havilland (minute 50) scored for the home side, sealing a comprehensive victory.
Cambridge United attempted to fight back but couldn’t find a way through until the 84th minute, when S. Kaikai managed to pull one back.
Peterborough dominated the match in all aspects. Their possession of the ball (57%) and their clinical finishing (8 goals from 10 shots on target) were key to the win. In contrast, Cambridge United couldn’t generate any real danger in front of goal, only managing one shot on target.
E. Duckworth’s refereeing performance was uneventful, with only two yellow cards awarded to Peterborough.
The result leaves Peterborough in a strong position in League One. Cambridge United, on the other hand, will need to work hard to regain their confidence and challenge for the top spots.
Substitutions cambridge united: at minute 31 Z. Ibsen Rossi came in and J. Gibbons went out., at minute 62 S. Kaikai came in and D. N’Lundulu went out., at minute 70 R. Loft came in and B. Njoku went out.
Substitutions peterborough: at minute 67 D. O’Brien-Brady came in and R. De Havilland went out., at minute 67 A. Odoh came in and M. Mothersille went out., at minute 83 C. Hayes came in and R. Jones went out., at minute 88 G. Nevett came in and E. Fernandez went out., at minute 89 C. Conn-Clarke came in and J. Randall went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Peterborough
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